Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has signed an agreement with US President Joe Biden to deepen ties in a bid to protect both countries from economic shocks, like Russia driving up the price of energy.
The Atlantic Declaration could pave the way for British defence companies to access American investment, allow data sharing and recognise professional qualifications in critical industries.
But it falls short of the full free trade deal promised in the Conservative Party’s 2019 manifesto, with Mr Sunak admitting that is no longer a priority for him.
Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana reports live.
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