EU denounces U.S. tariffs, pledges to 'respond firmly' if affected
On Sunday, the European Commission expressed disapproval of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on three countries, indicating that they disrupt global trade and are detrimental to everyone involved. The Commission also promised to respond if these countries are targeted.
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On Sunday, the European Commission expressed criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs imposed on Canada, Mexico, and China, asserting that they disrupt global trade and are detrimental to all parties involved, while pledging to retaliate if targeted.
"The European Union regrets the U.S. decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China," an EU spokesman stated, according to local media.
He emphasized the significance of "open markets and respect for international trade rules," underlining their importance for robust and sustainable economic growth. "Tariffs create unnecessary economic disruption and drive inflation. They are hurtful to all sides," he remarked.
Regarding possible U.S. tariffs on EU products, the spokesman warned that "the EU would respond firmly to any trading partner that unfairly or arbitrarily imposes tariffs on EU goods."
He highlighted the scale of the trade relationship, noting, "Our trade and investment relationship with the United States is the biggest in the world. There is a lot at stake."
Since the beginning of Trump's second term, Brussels has been advocating for the strengthening of transatlantic relationships and has been making concerted efforts to prevent a trade conflict with Washington through negotiations. However, Trump reaffirmed his intentions, stating he would "absolutely" impose tariffs on EU goods.
On Saturday, Trump signed an executive order to raise tariffs by 10 percent on goods imported from China and 25 percent on imports from Mexico and Canada. This decision has faced significant opposition and prompted immediate retaliatory measures.
In response, China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Sunday that China would file a complaint with the World Trade Organization and enact corresponding countermeasures to protect its rights and interests. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau declared on Saturday that Canada would impose a 25 percent levy on $21 billion worth of American goods starting Tuesday. Meanwhile, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has directed the Secretariat of Economy to implement both tariff and non-tariff measures to safeguard Mexico's interests.
Emily Johnson contributed to this report for TROIB News
"The European Union regrets the U.S. decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China," an EU spokesman stated, according to local media.
He emphasized the significance of "open markets and respect for international trade rules," underlining their importance for robust and sustainable economic growth. "Tariffs create unnecessary economic disruption and drive inflation. They are hurtful to all sides," he remarked.
Regarding possible U.S. tariffs on EU products, the spokesman warned that "the EU would respond firmly to any trading partner that unfairly or arbitrarily imposes tariffs on EU goods."
He highlighted the scale of the trade relationship, noting, "Our trade and investment relationship with the United States is the biggest in the world. There is a lot at stake."
Since the beginning of Trump's second term, Brussels has been advocating for the strengthening of transatlantic relationships and has been making concerted efforts to prevent a trade conflict with Washington through negotiations. However, Trump reaffirmed his intentions, stating he would "absolutely" impose tariffs on EU goods.
On Saturday, Trump signed an executive order to raise tariffs by 10 percent on goods imported from China and 25 percent on imports from Mexico and Canada. This decision has faced significant opposition and prompted immediate retaliatory measures.
In response, China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Sunday that China would file a complaint with the World Trade Organization and enact corresponding countermeasures to protect its rights and interests. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau declared on Saturday that Canada would impose a 25 percent levy on $21 billion worth of American goods starting Tuesday. Meanwhile, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has directed the Secretariat of Economy to implement both tariff and non-tariff measures to safeguard Mexico's interests.
Emily Johnson contributed to this report for TROIB News
