Both the United Kingdom and the United States are "hopeful" that their talks over a comprehensive trade agreement can advance at an "accelerated pace," United Kingdom Secretary of State for International Trade and President of the Board of Trade Liz Truss stated on Monday.
"Ambassador [Robert] Lighthizer and I agreed that a second virtual round will take place in the weeks of 15 and 26 June, and that in advance of that negotiating teams will continue their work and meet virtually on a rolling basis, with meetings continuing throughout this week and beyond," said Truss.
Earlier this month, the two countries confirmed they would launch trade talks to mend their "special relationship." In the meantime, the UK announced its plans to cut off tariffs on imported goods from the US.
