Europe and US launch plans for ambitious transatlantic trade deal

Guardian UK - Plans for an ambitious transatlantic trade deal have been launched by the European Union and the United States.

Negotiations will begin in Washington next month amid hopes of a speedy agreement that will help the world economy grow more rapidly.

Announcing the launch of talks, David Cameron said a successful deal would add up to £100bn ($157bn) to the EU economy and up to £85bn ($134bn) to the US economy.  Read more.