NextFin news, US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce major agreements on technology and civil nuclear energy during Trump's state visit to London this Tuesday, September 17, 2025, officials confirmed.
The announcements will take place amid efforts to finalize a trade deal that includes reduced tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, with Starmer hosting Trump at his Chequers country residence on Wednesday, September 18, to discuss closer cooperation on issues including Ukraine and trade.
A spokesperson for Prime Minister Starmer said the two leaders would sign "a world-leading tech partnership" and "a major civil nuclear deal" during the visit, underscoring the strength of the UK-US relationship.
The nuclear agreement aims to accelerate the construction of nuclear power plants in both countries by streamlining regulations and aligning safety standards. British and US companies have announced five new commercial deals ahead of the visit, including plans for a new nuclear power plant in Hartlepool using advanced modular reactor technology and data centers powered by mini reactors in Nottinghamshire.
The UK government is betting on nuclear energy to meet rising electricity demand and support the energy needs of AI data centers, while also boosting jobs and manufacturing in former industrial regions.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright described the partnership as a "true nuclear renaissance," emphasizing the role of commercial nuclear power in meeting energy demand and fueling technological innovation.
Alongside the nuclear deals, the technology partnership is expected to include investments from US tech giants such as Nvidia and OpenAI, as well as financial firms like PayPal and Bank of America, with over £1.25 billion in US investments announced recently.
The visit will also feature British royal pageantry, including a carriage tour, state banquet, military flypast, and gun salute, aimed at reinforcing diplomatic ties.
These developments come despite recent diplomatic challenges, including the dismissal of Lord Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US over his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a scandal that has drawn scrutiny to both Mandelson and Trump.
Security preparations for the visit have been underway in Windsor, with Thames Valley Police conducting searches ahead of the state visit.
Overall, the visit marks a significant step in deepening UK-US cooperation on technology, trade, and energy, with both governments emphasizing the importance of their "special relationship" in addressing global challenges.
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