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Scotland’s first minister seeks UK-US trade inclusion for Scotch whisky amid tariff concerns and declining cask orders.
Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has urged inclusion in UK-US trade talks over proposed 10% tariffs on Scotch whisky exports, stressing the industry’s economic importance and its interdependence with the US bourbon sector, which relies on Scottish-made casks.
He said he raised the issue with President Trump during a visit, noting whisky was initially overlooked but gained attention due to his advocacy.
Swinney highlighted declining cask orders as a sign of potential harm to both economies, though he confirmed he has not received official updates on negotiations.
The UK government maintains it has secured preferential access for Scotch through trade deals and continues to support British exports.
El primer ministro de Escocia busca la inclusión del comercio entre el Reino Unido y los Estados Unidos para el whisky escocés en medio de preocupaciones arancelarias y la disminución de los pedidos en barrica.