In its new 10-year Trade Strategy, published in June 2025, the UK government has said that artificial intelligence (AI) will “reshape trade flows and the whole way we do business”.
This free webinar from the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade explored what the UK government’s new strategy means for digital trade and AI. It delved into the UK's strategic objectives for AI in trade, including initiatives such as digital trade agreements and the use of the Electronic Trade Documents Act.
Panelists discussed:
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The current trade policy environment
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Safeguarding UK interests: Discussion on the UK's approach to data privacy, ethical AI principles, and cybersecurity within a trade context, ensuring AI benefits UK businesses and consumers responsibly
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Opportunities for UK businesses: Practical insights into how UK traders can prepare for and benefit from these AI-driven changes in the UK’s trade environment