President Trump to Raise UK Digital Services Tax with King Charles III During US Visit
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Updated · POLITICO · Apr 27
President Trump to Raise UK Digital Services Tax with King Charles III During US Visit
14 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Apr 27
Trump confirmed he will address the UK’s digital services tax directly with King Charles III in Washington, following his recent threat of large tariffs against the UK.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government defends the tax as ensuring Big Tech pays its fair share, while US officials prepare potential Section 301 investigations for retaliatory tariffs.
The dispute highlights ongoing tensions over digital taxation, with advocacy groups on both sides urging their governments to hold firm, and multilateral negotiations on a global tax deal remaining stalled.
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