In a significant move to de-escalate transatlantic trade tensions, the European Union (EU) has announced a 90-day suspension of its planned retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods.
This decision mirrors U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent 90-day pause on certain global tariffs, creating a window for negotiations aimed at resolving ongoing trade disputes.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the EU’s commitment to diplomacy, stating, “We want to give negotiations a chance.” She also cautioned that if talks do not yield satisfactory results, the EU’s countermeasures will be implemented.
The EU’s retaliatory measures were initially set to target approximately €21 billion ($23 billion) worth of U.S. goods, including agricultural and industrial products. These tariffs were a response to the U.S.’s earlier imposition of a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports. The mutual suspension of tariffs signals a willingness on both sides to engage in constructive dialogue and seek a diplomatic resolution to their trade disagreements.
Despite the temporary halt, the EU remains vigilant, continuing preparations for additional countermeasures should negotiations falter. This approach underscores the EU’s intent to balance openness to dialogue with readiness to protect its economic interests.
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