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EU trade ministers near agreement on first round of retaliatory tariffs against US

News RoomBy News RoomApril 7, 2025
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The meetings between European and American trade ministers in Luxembourg have moved towards a Comprehensive Agreement on tariffs and trade restrictions targeting specific products in response to the U.S. Taiwan policy. The first round of measures, proposed by France, Italy, and Spain, aims to safeguard the profitability ofensitive industries in the U.S. while preparing for potential tension with the U.S. The agreement is expected to be finalized by Wednesday, providing a framework for further developments.

However, subsequent rounds of the countermeasure strategy remain under consideration, with a focus on addressing blanket U.S. impose Tomガー—20% general and 25% on cars. The EU has indeed undermined efforts by the U.S. by threatening the inclusion of bourbon whiskey in retaliation, which was denied the U.S. President. Trump’s threats to impose 200% tariffs on European wines and spirits have come under scrutiny, suggesting the EU’s initial approach may not meet these ethical standards.

The retaliatory tariffs are set to unfold over the next few months, starting with import restrictions on cars and goods, which will likely begin in April. The second wave is tentatively planned for May. The goal is to ensure the U.S. engagement withilateral agreements to probe the tariffs, a move intended to elicit dialogue and deter escalation. While progress is being made, the agreement on the first round of tariffs and its potential agarche is viewed by both sides as a promising step closer to a-move.

The EU’s strategy for addressing the U.S. impose aims to balance protection of industries while ensuring it is not vulnerable to a trade war. Larger economies like France and Germany have called for aggressive countermeasures, such as importing from the U.S. or blocking US businesses from EU public contracts. Smaller economies, however, prefer more cautious approaches. The EU has proposed a plan B, which focuses on portations of tariffs on sensitive goods, while acknowledging the diversity in approaches. However. still, the group is working to achieve a unified stance, believing it will provide the necessary leverage in future negotiations.

Ultimately, the EU and the U.S. remain at cross purposes regarding trade policies. The EU wants to justify export ceiling measures under the Block on Free Movement, while the U.S. seeks to impose tariffs on essential sectors. The delay in granting approval for the initial tariff agreement may signal a growing ideological divide and readiness to escalate if the tariffs become too heavy. The U.S. remains determined to meet deadlines, hoping to resolve the issue peacefully at the bilateral level. Meanwhile, the EU leadership is focused on maintaining diplomatic ties with Washington. Both sides face questions about their ability to-Pacificแอftyes and the future of U.S. trade relations.

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