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European Union Responds to Trump's Tariff Threats

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

4 months ago


The European Union announced intentions to retaliate against tariffs proposed by the Trump administration on goods imported from the region. Valdis Dombrovskis, EU Commissioner for the Economy, emphasized that the EU is prepared to defend its economic interests.

Response to EU's Core Interests

Trump's administration continues to threaten the European Union with tariffs as protectionist trade initiatives for the U.S. economy. However, Valdis Dombrovskis stressed that the EU is ready to defend its values, rights, and interests whenever necessary.

Tariff Threats from the U.S.

Since assuming office on January 20, Trump has consistently threatened to impose tariffs on imports from the EU. He argues that Europe is 'very, very bad' to the U.S. and therefore, will face tariffs as a way for the U.S. to obtain fairness. In 2023, the EU exported over 502 billion euros worth of goods to the U.S., far exceeding the import volume of more than 340 billion euros.

Reaction from European Leaders

Dombrovskis explained that the U.S. and Europe are strategic allies, and it is vital for the two regions to cooperate on geopolitical and economic matters. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez noted that the EU is not interested in a trade war, emphasizing that such conflict would be a 'zero-sum game' for both parties. He stressed the importance of bolstering transatlantic relations.

The EU and the U.S. have the most developed bilateral trade and investment relationships worldwide. Leaders urge to avoid trade wars that could significantly harm the global economy.

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