Online event
US Tariffs: The Windsor Agreement Opportunities and complications
Wednesday 11 June at 2:00PM
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Join us to explore the implications of new US tariffs and their impact on UK trade under the Windsor Framework
What you’ll learn
- What is happening with US Tariffs
- How this will impact Northern Irish trade with the EU, the mainland and the US.
- How to build resilience in your export process
Description
The recent tariff announcements by the US Government have changed the way that global trade will flow. Keeping up to date on all the developments on this rapidly changing subject is presenting a significant challenge to UK Businesses with many wondering how to navigate the new rules.
The Windsor Framework, governs trade between Great Britain, Northern Ireland, and the European Union. However, recent US tariffs, including a 10% rate on UK imports and a 20% rate on EU imports, have raised concerns about their impact on the framework. This situation could create additional complications for trade.. The evolving trade dynamics highlight the delicate balance between international policies and regional agreements.
Whether you are based in Northern Ireland or Great Britain this webinar will offer practical and advice and explanations about the impacts of this ever-changing landscape
Speakers
Stuart Anderson
Director of Public Affairs and International Relations, NI Chamber
Stuart leads NI Chamber’s direct interactions with politicians, helping to shape the legislative agenda and supporting elected representatives to create the right conditions for business and economic growth. He works directly with NI Chamber members in all sectors, identifying their challenges and bringing forward their ideas as part of a collaborative approach between industry and policy makers. A qualified lawyer, he was the Convenor of the Northern Ireland Business Brexit Working Group for 3 years.
Stephen Kelly
CEO, Manufacturing Northern Ireland
Stephen represents the interests of the sector to Governments in NI, UK, the EU, and the US in areas which impacts on Northern Ireland’s position as a location to create, grow, and sustain a manufacturing business. He was a member of the UK Government’s Board of Trade, UK National President of Junior Chamber and the BBC’s Broadcasting Council and is currently on the Board of a local arts based social enterprise as well as a Visiting Professor in Ulster University’s Business School. In March 2024, Stephen was appointed by the Northern Ireland Economy Minister to Chair the Taskforce to double number of students at Ulster University’s Derry ~ Londonderry campus.