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flag UK PM Starmer pushes for lower U.S. tariffs on Scotch whisky amid ongoing talks with Trump and India.

flag Prime Minister Keir Starmer is determined to secure a favorable outcome on U.S. tariffs affecting Scotch whisky exports, currently at 10%, emphasizing the industry’s importance to Scotland’s economy. flag He confirmed raising the issue with U.S. President Donald Trump during a recent state visit and said negotiations are ongoing. flag Starmer also highlighted the potential benefits of accelerating a trade deal with India, which could open new markets for Scotch whisky. flag The Scottish Government, including First Minister John Swinney, has actively lobbied for tariff relief, with Swinney recently meeting Trump in Washington, D.C. Starmer stressed that progress on both U.S. and Indian trade fronts is crucial for the sector’s future, though no final agreement has been reached.

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