Article #5582

The Guardian - World News

The Guardian - World News

Title UK seeks EU deals on steel and EVs in push for closer economic ties Source The Guardian - World News
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Agreements would aim to shield British industry from new steel tariffs and stricter rules on electric vehicles due in 2027

Downing Street hopes to secure deals on steel and electric cars with the EU as it seeks to upgrade the post-Brexit economic relationship.

Amid economic uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East and strains in relations with the US, Keir Starmer is seeking closer economic ties with the EU.

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Link https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/apr/19/uk-seeks-eu-deals-on-steel-and-evs-in-push-for-closer-economic-ties Published At 2026-04-19 09:00:43 (3 weeks ago)
Created At 2026-04-19 09:18:15 Updated At 2026-04-19 09:18:15