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title: "JD Vance: ‘Good Chance’ of UK-US Trade Deal Despite Tariff Tensions"
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# JD Vance: ‘Good Chance’ of UK-US Trade Deal Despite Tariff Tensions

**Published:** April 15, 2025
**Author:** sharetalk
**Categories:** B2B, Blogs, Business & Support Services, Technology, Technology, Media & Telecoms
**Tags:** Donald Trump, JD Vance, Jonathan Reynolds, Liberation Day, Sarah Jones, Secretary of State, tariffs, Trade Secretary, UK, United Kingdom, USA
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US Vice President JD Vance has expressed optimism about the prospects of a UK-US trade agreement, saying there is a “good chance” a deal can be reached despite ongoing tensions from President Donald Trump’s tariff measures.

Speaking to *UnHerd*, Vance said, “We’re certainly working very hard with Keir Starmer’s government” to secure a comprehensive trade agreement.

He cited President Trump’s strong personal and cultural ties to the UK as a key factor driving his interest in forging closer economic relations. “The President loves the United Kingdom,” Vance said. “He loved the Queen. He admires and loves the King.

It is a significant relationship.”

Vance also noted Trump’s longstanding business interests in Britain, adding, “But I think it’s much deeper than that. There’s a real cultural affinity. And of course, fundamentally, America is an Anglo country.”

Despite the trade tensions stemming from Trump’s so-called “liberation day” tariffs—which included a 10% levy on UK goods and 25% duties on steel, aluminium, and car parts—Vance said he believes a mutually beneficial deal is still achievable.

“I think there’s a good chance that, yes, we’ll come to a great agreement that’s in the best interest of both countries,” he concluded.

**Business Minister Welcomes Vance’s Optimism on UK-US Trade Deal**

Business minister Sarah Jones has described US Vice President JD Vance’s comments on the likelihood of a UK-US trade agreement as “positive.”

Speaking to LBC, Jones confirmed that discussions are ongoing, with Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds engaged in constructive talks with international partners.

“We know we’re in a good position,” she said. “The Secretary of State has been having good conversations with his counterparts, and there is a deal there to be done. As for when it will happen, I couldn’t say.”

She added: “But it’s encouraging that the Vice President is optimistic about the direction of our negotiations.”

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