Trump to remove whisky tariffs after King's visit
US President Donald Trump announced the removal of all tariffs and restrictions on whisky imports following King Charles III and Queen Camilla's state visit to the United States. The move, praised by industry leaders and UK officials, is expected to benefit both Scottish and American distillers, particularly in relation to barrel trade between Scotland and Kentucky. Trump credited the royal visit as the motivating factor behind the decision, calling it a gesture of honor toward the British monarchs.
- ▪Donald Trump announced the removal of all tariffs on whisky imports after King Charles III and Queen Camilla's state visit to the US.
- ▪The tariffs affected Scotland's ability to collaborate with Kentucky on whisky and bourbon production, particularly involving used bourbon barrels.
- ▪Scottish whisky industry representatives estimated losses of around £4 million per week due to the tariffs.
- ▪The UK government confirmed the tariff removal applies to all whisky, including Irish whiskey.
- ▪Trump stated the royal visit influenced his decision, saying the King and Queen 'got me to do something that nobody else was able to do'.
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Trump to remove whisky tariffs after King's visit8 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGetty ImagesKing Charles and US President Donald Trump shook hands before the Royals leftDonald Trump has said he will remove all tariffs and restrictions on whisky imports in honour of King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to the US. The US president said he would lift restrictions on Scotland's ability to work with the state of Kentucky on whisky and bourbon.He said the visit of the King and Queen "got me to do something that nobody else was able to do, without hardly even asking".Industry representatives said distillers would be able to "breathe a little easier during a period of significant pressure on the sector".The UK government confirmed this applies to all whisky tariffs,…
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