Their comments came after Trump signed an executive order on Feb 10, announcing a 25 percent tariff on all US steel and aluminum imports from March 12.
The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to invest £2.5 billion ($3.15 billion) to support the steel industry and protect jobs in the steel sector.
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said the government will actively express its position and consult with the U.S. administration to protect the interests of the local steel industry.