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The Government’s Greater Together LA trade mission is opening in Los Angeles, bringing hundreds of UK business leaders to the United States. The event runs from 18 to 22 May and is being led by Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle.
The Government has described the event as the largest ever UK trade mission to the US. It says the mission will bring together policymakers, investors, business leaders and creative figures, with sectors linked to the Government’s Modern Industrial Strategy represented by senior industry figures.
The UK Government has said the trade mission is intended to support economic growth and strengthen commercial ties with the United States. Officials have highlighted UK-US investment stock of around £1.2 trillion and the role of the relationship in supporting jobs in both countries.