The United Kingdom will continue its tariff negotiations with the United States in a calm and measured manner, Downing Street confirmed on Wednesday. In a statement released to the press, a spokesperson for the British government said that discussions would be pursued "coolly and calmly" in order to protect jobs and livelihoods across the UK.

“We don't want any tariffs at all, so for jobs and livelihoods across the UK, we will coolly and calmly continue to negotiate in Britain's interests,” the spokesperson emphasized. They added that a trade war “is in nobody's interests,” signaling the UK’s preference for diplomacy and economic stability amid rising global trade tensions.

The comments come amid a backdrop of ongoing tariff disputes initiated by the United States. President Donald Trump recently announced a 90-day delay in imposing reciprocal duties on countries that have not retaliated, opening a window for negotiation. The UK appears to interpret this delay as validation of its diplomatic approach.

Supporting this sentiment, a No. 10 source told Sky News that the delay “does show cool and calm can pay off.” The source’s remarks suggest that the UK’s strategy of avoiding escalation and remaining engaged in dialogue has yielded initial results in slowing down the imposition of tariffs.

As both sides move forward, the UK continues to advocate for a tariff-free outcome, prioritizing national economic interests while maintaining an open channel for cooperation with Washington. With trade relationships under global scrutiny, Britain’s stance highlights a broader call for negotiation over confrontation.

The next phase of talks between the UK and the US will likely determine whether mutual restraint and patience can deliver a long-term solution, or whether deeper tensions will resurface in the months ahead.