Peter Mandelson says Trump should expect ‘warm reception’ on full state visit to UK later this year
UK’s ambassador in Washington says Trump ‘really does love Britain’
- Donald Trump is set to make his second state visit to the UK in September, following an invitation from King Charles.
- Peter Mandelson, the UK's ambassador in Washington, anticipates a "warm reception" for Trump, stating the US president "really does love Britain" and "hugely admires it".
- Due to the visit's timing during the political party conference season, Trump is not expected to address MPs and peers in Parliament, nor visit Buckingham Palace or have a ceremonial carriage ride.
- Lord Mandelson described Trump as a "phenomenon" and a "unique politician" with a strong grasp of power and a quick understanding of issues.
- Mandelson highlighted the UK-US trade deal, signed in May, which reduced car import tariffs, suggesting it was facilitated by the UK's departure from the European Union.