Britain’s trade relationship with the United States is thriving, with new figures revealing that the UK exports an impressive three times more to the USA than to Germany.
That’s right—our transatlantic partners are not just another trading ally; they are our biggest customer, by far!
Given this trade reality, it’s time for the UK to seize the moment and cut its own special deal with President Donald Trump, especially as the EU gears up for another round of protectionist tariffs.
The Myths of Project Fear and the Reality of Brexit Trade Success
Remember the doomsday predictions peddled by Remainers when we chose to leave the EU? They confidently forecasted that Britain’s exports would nosedive by up to 15%, which, they claimed, would translate to a devastating 4% drop in GDP. According to their gloomy forecasts – baked into the Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) projections – this supposed disaster was set to hit hard and fast, with most of the losses occurring shortly after Brexit.
But here we are, years down the line, and what’s the reality? Not only did the UK’s goods trade continue to grow with the EU post-Brexit, but it expanded even faster with the rest of the world. Even more impressive, our services trade has absolutely boomed in the years since we left. So much for the Remainers’ doom-laden predictions!
Yet, despite the data, critics of Brexit refuse to acknowledge reality. Instead, they’ve moved the goalposts, with some studies now claiming that while trade hasn’t declined, it supposedly should have grown even more – arguing a theoretical loss against inflated, unrealistic expectations.
Why This Matters Now: A UK-US Trade Deal is Essential
Now, let’s bring this back to the present. With President Trump making noises about new tariffs to protect American industries, there couldn’t be a more crucial time for the UK to flex its newfound independence. The USA is, by far, the UK’s biggest trading partner, with a growing trade surplus in our favour. It’s clear that the UK should be leveraging its Brexit freedoms to secure a bilateral trade deal with the US rather than being tied to the EU’s protectionist policies.
Let’s not forget, the EU is already on the warpath, planning to introduce carbon-based tariffs that will hit American goods hard. Britain, thankfully, is no longer bound to follow Brussels’ misguided strategy. Instead, we should be announcing that we will not replicate these punitive EU tariffs, which are set to inflame trade tensions with our biggest ally.
Time for Britain to Lead, Not Follow
Armed with our Brexit freedoms, Britain can blaze a trail in global trade. Facts4EU has published compelling data showing the UK’s trade success post-Brexit, with tables and graphs to back it up. These numbers prove what we already know: Britain is thriving outside the EU’s straitjacket, and now is the time to push ahead with ambitious new trade deals.
Instead of getting sucked back into the EU’s protectionist orbit, the UK should be positioning itself as a champion of free trade, starting with a bold deal with the USA. The opportunity is clear: avoid the looming EU tariff wars, strike a win-win deal with Trump, and continue driving growth and jobs at home.
Let’s face it, the Remainers got it wrong. It’s high time they admit it. The facts speak for themselves: Britain’s trade with the world is on the rise, and we are well-positioned to take full advantage of our newfound freedoms.
The message is simple: Britain is back in business, and we won’t let the naysayers hold us back. Let’s make the most of this golden opportunity and secure our place as a global trading powerhouse.
