Trump threatens 25% tariff on European cars amid EU response concerns
Donald Trump has announced a new tariff threat, raising duties on European cars to 25%.
Trump’s tariff threat could elevate duties on European cars to 25%, significantly impacting transatlantic trade relations and automotive industries.
“The EU will respond firmly to any unilateral trade measures that jeopardise our economic stability,” stated Catherine Ashton, former EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs.
Key developments
Trump has announced a new tariff threat, set to impose duties of 25% on European cars, raising concerns about escalating trade tensions with the EU.
This announcement coincides with interviews featuring Helge Berger of the IMF and former EU representative Catherine Ashton, highlighting the growing economic implications.
Europe Today: Appease or retaliate? EU weighs response to Trump’s new tariff threat
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On today’s show:
Top story: EU News’ Stefan Grobe on Trump’s new tariff threat that will see duties on European cars rise to 25% and the potential reaction from the EU.
Interviews with Helge Berger, Deputy Director of the IMF’s European Department, and Catherine Ashton, former EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs.
EU News’ Andra Disconescu on Romania’s new prime minister and the political challenges ahead.
Journalist Alja Pengov Bitenc on Slovenia’s new government and the latest political developments in Ljubljana.
Explainer by Jakub Janas: Marco Rubio’s visit to the Vatican and the efforts to repair strained relations.
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