Scotch whisky levy lifted as Trump imposes new wave of US tariffs
The Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.
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"This a win for Scotland and a win for the United States."
— John Swinney , Politician
"There are really strong grounds and good evidence for why this is important not just for the UK, but for the US economy and that is delivering on the president's ambition to create jobs."
— Emily Weaver Rhodes , Executive
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Deputy Director of the Scotch Whisky Association.
First Minister of Scotland and member of the Scottish National Party.
King Charles is the current monarch of the United Kingdom.
Queen Camilla is the wife of King Charles III.
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The Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.
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