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The UK government has announced plans to initiate trade negotiations with several international partners, including Switzerland, South Korea, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Israel, India, and Turkey. This strategy, outlined by Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, aims to prioritize economic growth and support for UK businesses. The announcement signals a shift in the UK’s trade policy focus, moving away from previous engagements with the United States. Reynolds emphasized the need for a new trade strategy that aligns with modern economic realities, particularly for a country that is a major exporter of services. The government aims to engage in discussions that could lead to formal trade agreements, although concerns remain about the limitations of such agreements in the current global trade environment.
🚨 NEW: Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says he will prioritise trade talks with Israel, South Korea, Switzerland and Turkey [@FT]
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