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UK officials label trade documents ‘secret’ to shield from US eyes amid Trump tariff war
- UK officials are increasing security measures for sensitive trade documents to protect them from US eyes amid escalating trade tensions with the Trump administration.
- Changes in document-handling guidance have led to higher classifications to prevent American interception of trade negotiation documents.
- Issues such as tariffs on UK car and steel exports have strained the US-UK trade relationship.
- Efforts to strike a trade deal with the US have been prioritized by Keir Starmer's government despite challenges.
- Concern is growing over UK industries' vulnerability to Trump's 'America first' agenda.
- Increased precautions are being taken in sharing information to avoid US interception.
- The US and EU have delayed further tariffs for 90 days in an effort to soothe market reactions.
- Trump's trade policies have led to increased duties on Chinese imports and retaliatory tariffs from China.
- Xi Jinping called on the EU to resist Trump's actions, highlighting global trade tensions.
- UK-US relations face challenges not only on trade but also on issues like Russian hostility and defence collaboration.
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