Diverse Reactions from European Officials to Trump’s Tariffs
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Russia Today, Antonio Costa, President of the European council, said Saturday in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threat: The European Union remains firm, united, and ready to protect its interests.He fully supports Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, in her efforts to reach a fair agreement with the United States.
dick Schoof, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, called Washington’s tariffs on Europe concerning.
Italy also reacted as an EU member state by stressing that continued focus on trade talks with the United States is essential.
Earlier today, Ursula von der Leyen stated in response to Trump’s tariff threat: We remain ready to continue efforts toward an agreement by August 1. At the same time,we will take all necessary measures-including proportionate countermeasures if needed-to protect EU interests. Imposing 30% tariffs on EU exports would disrupt critical transatlantic supply chains and harm businesses, consumers, and patients on both sides of the Atlantic.
The U.S.president had previously announced that starting early next month additional tariffs up to 30% would be imposed on EU goods. He also stated similar duties would apply from early next month on Mexico. Furthermore,if Europe retaliates with counter-tariffs against America’s products,Washington intends to increase their rates even further.
