The US Suspended Tech-Trade Talks with the UK

The US administration suspended technology-related negotiations with the UK government. President Donald Trump's administration expressed frustration over a perceived lack of progress.

The talks were halted last week by the US over the two countries’ technology prosperity deal announced in September, when Trump made a state visit to the UK. The deal is designed to increase cooperation between the two countries in areas such as AI, quantum computing, and nuclear energy.

A UK official said that the Trump administration is lobbying the UK for concessions across areas that are not part of the technology partnership. “Our special relationship with the US remains strong, and the UK is firmly committed to ensuring the Tech Prosperity Deal delivers opportunity for hardworking people in both countries,” a UK government representative said.