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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Katrine Bussey

Trump gets down to business with trade talks after round of golf at Scotland resort

  • Donald Trump commenced a five-day private visit to Scotland, starting with a round of golf at his Turnberry resort.
  • He is set to meet European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday for discussions on the trading relationship between Europe and the US.
  • Further talks are scheduled with Sir Keir Starmer on Monday, expected to focus on trade issues, including potential tariff reductions for British steel.
  • Trump will also meet Scottish First Minister John Swinney, who plans to address global and humanitarian concerns, notably the suffering in Gaza.
  • The visit has seen significant security operations, and while no protesters were present during his golf game, demonstrations occurred in Edinburgh and Aberdeen.

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