UK and Japan poised to seal landmark £18 billion investment deal to create thousands of jobs (opens original article in a new tab)

UK and Japan are set to announce an £18 billion investment deal aimed at creating thousands of jobs, including a £9 billion offshore wind project and a technology partnership, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces domestic political challenges.

• UK and Japan plan to finalize an £18 billion investment package to create thousands of jobs
• A £9 billion offshore wind deal and a Rolls-Royce partnership with Japan's Atomic Energy Agency are part of the agreements
• Domestic political pressures include the resignation of John Healey as defence secretary