National· August 18, 2026 at 10:08 a.m.
Carney and Trump Discuss Trade in Call
Key takeaways
- Bank of England Governor Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump held a call about trade
- The conversation focused on potential implications of Brexit on transatlantic trade
- Both leaders are under pressure to secure favorable trade agreements
In a significant development, Bank of England Governor Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump held a call to discuss trade issues. The conversation took place on Monday, though the exact timing was not disclosed. This is the first known direct contact between the two leaders since Brexit.
