[Published: Monday May 18 2026]
 UK and Gulf states close to finalising a free trade agreement
LONDON, 18 May. - (ANA) - The United Kingdom (UK) and Gulf countries are reportedly close to finalizing a free trade agreement. The two sides have been negotiating since 2022, but people familiar with the talks caution that sticking points may still emerge and delay a deal, according to the Financial Times. - (ANA) -
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