London's mayor wants to reassure American investors, tourists and students that his city will remain open for business despite his country's decision to withdraw from the European Union. Sadiq Khan said during a visit to Chicago, that London is demanding a seat at the table when the British government begins formally negotiating its exit from the EU, and will ensure the deal is a "good one."
Uncertainty over whether Britain will continue to have access to the EU's single, tariff-less market has left financial experts worried about a big hit to the country's business sector.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel signed a technology-partnership agreement with Khan and said he wouldn't have done so if he had doubts about London's future status as a global city. Emanuel's office says Friday's visit makes Chicago the first U.S. city Khan has been to since he was elected earlier this year.
