Heightened US trade levies have prompted rapid moves to replace overseas parts in sectors such as chemicals and semiconductors, with negotiators claiming some progress while domestic self-reliance plans gather momentum.

Trump signals he may reduce tariffs on Chinese goods, with talks set to address lingering trade tensions.

Starmer has secured the UK’s first trade deal with the US since a contentious period, agreeing concessions on car and steel exports while retaining a flat 10% tariff on most goods.

Pakistan has vowed to retaliate following India’s air strikes that reportedly caused dozens of casualties, prompting key international powers to call for restraint amid rising tensions.