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Will the UK secure new US company investments by end of 2025?
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UK•Keir Starmer•Peter Mandelson•Britain•United States•Mandelson•Labour•EU•Tony Blair•Donald Trump•US
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Peter Mandelson Appointed UK Ambassador to US as Starmer Prepares for Trump's Presidency
Dec 19, 2024, 08:23 PM
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to appoint Lord Peter Mandelson as Britain's new ambassador to the United States, with an announcement expected tomorrow. Mandelson, a former Labour minister, EU Commissioner, and close ally of Tony Blair, will be the first political appointment to the role in nearly half a century. His expertise in trade and political acumen are cited as reasons for his selection, as the UK prepares for Donald Trump's presidency. Mandelson's immediate mission will be to avert a potential trade war with the incoming US administration, focusing on tariff liberalization, regulatory standards, mobility, and securing investment from US companies. The appointment aims to strengthen UK-US relations during a critical period.
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Iberdrola • 25%
Stansted Airport • 25%
A company from the AI sector • 25%
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JP Morgan • 25%
Goldman Sachs • 25%
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Less than £40 billion • 25%
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