Monday, December 01, 2025

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UK and US agree zero-tariff deal on pharmaceuticals

go - Officials say the U.K. has sealed a deal securing a 0% tariff rate for all U.K. medicines exported to the U.S. for at least 3 years, in return for the U.K. spending more on new medicines

AI Summary: In a twist worthy of a Hollywood trade drama, officials announced that the UK and US have struck a deal to impose zero tariffs on UK‐made medicines destined for the US. As part of the arrangement, the UK must shell out considerably more for drug pricing—a move set to avoid tariffs that could soar as high as 100%—with the agreement effective for at least three years.