UK Highlights BofA, Citi Investments Ahead of Trump State Visit

The UK government has announced two major investments by US companies ahead of President Trump's state visit next week. Bank of America is set to create up to 1,000 new jobs in Belfast, Northern Ireland, marking the company's first operation in the region. Additionally, Citigroup is also planning to expand its operations in the UK, although the specific details of this investment have not been disclosed. These announcements are seen as part of the UK's efforts to highlight the country's attractiveness as a business and investment destination, particularly in the wake of Brexit. The investments by Bank of America and Citigroup are expected to provide a boost to the local economies and create new employment opportunities. The UK government's decision to highlight these investments ahead of President Trump's visit suggests a desire to maintain strong economic ties with the US, one of the UK's closest allies and trading partners.