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Special Relationship

Imagine having a very special friend that you really like and always want to hang out with. That friend is very important to you and you trust them more than anyone else. You share secrets and have a special bond with that friend.

Now, imagine that two countries can have that same kind of friendship. This is called a special relationship. It means that two countries are very close friends and they have a special bond. They always try to help each other and work together on important things like trade, security, and politics.

The United States and the United Kingdom have a special relationship. They have been friends for a long time and have helped each other through many tough times. They have a close military alliance and trade a lot with each other. So, just like having a special friend, two countries can have a special relationship too.
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