Monday 1 February 2021

 

Ayoub,

Britain is back as an independent trading nation.

Having now left the EU’s customs union and single market we have taken back control of our trade to deliver jobs and prosperity across the UK.

Already seizing vast opportunities across the world with trade deals worth £885bn with 63 countries and the EU already agreed.

63 Trade Deals

No other nation in history has successfully handled as many negotiations as we have.

And having secured our independence, every single one of these deals has been struck to suit Britain’s interests – specifically tailored to create jobs and propel economic growth at home.

And Ayoub I can guarantee you that we are only just getting started.

In 2021 we are taking our trade agenda to the next level as we push towards gold standard agreements with the USA, Australia and New Zealand.

And look to join The Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership which covers 11 dynamic trading nations, including some of the fastest growing economies of the future.

Our membership will drive job growth and help Britain lead the world in industries of tomorrow.

Ayoub, having left the EU our ambitious trade strategy is at the heart of our vision for Global Britain and in 2021 we are more than ready to seize our potential on the world stage.

Striking trade deals that deliver jobs and prosperity at home and flying the flag for free trade, enterprise and innovation around the world.

 

Your sincerely,

Liz Truss
Secretary of State for International Trade