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Trump Warns UK of Tariffs Over Digital Services Tax on US Tech Firms
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States would impose a significant tariff on Britain if it maintains its 2% digital services tax on companies like Apple, Google, and Meta. The tax has been in effect since 2020. The statement precedes a visit by Britain's King Charles, aimed at improving bilateral relations.
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U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States would retaliate with a "big tariff" against Britain if it continues its 2% digital services tax on major U.S. technology companies, including Apple, Google, and Meta. The tax, implemented in 2020, targets revenues from digital services provided by large firms.
the Statement Trump made the remarks on tariffs during an event in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, D.C., on April 2, 2025, according to a photo credit from Reuters. The announcement comes ahead of a visit by Britain's head of state, King Charles.
expressed hope that King Charles could assist in repairing the relationship between the two countries, which he described as strained. The digital services tax affects U.S.-based companies operating in the UK market. No specific details on the tariff amount or implementation timeline were provided in the statement.
