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2025-09-18 18:10:12
Trump's UK Visit: Investment Promises and Diplomatic Disagreements Intertwined] ⑴ On Thursday, the US leader arrived at the British Prime Minister's country residence, aiming to focus on global affairs rather than domestic politics. The visit comes as the two countries plan to launch a £150 billion investment plan in the UK, with agreements covering sectors such as technology, energy, and life sciences, which is expected to inject new momentum into bilateral relations. ⑵ It is reported that Starmer needs a positive international narrative as the UK faces fiscal challenges and seeks support from the US leader on key issues. The US leader, in turn, hopes to use this visit to emphasize the value of maintaining a close relationship with the UK. ⑶ However, the meeting between the two leaders also has potential friction points. On the issue of Ukraine, the US leader's demand that Europe halt all purchases of Russian oil before agreeing to tougher sanctions may become a focus of discussion. ⑷ The two leaders also have different positions on the issue of Israel. ⑸ On the economic front, the UK appears to have accepted that it will not be able to further reduce steel and aluminum tariffs, but the UK can still emphasize its position as a key investment destination for the US.
