EPP pushes for EU-US trade deal discussions, Socialist chair insists on 19 May
trade negotiations
The EPP seeks to advance discussions on the EU-US trade deal, while Socialist chair Lange insists on 19 May for the next round of negotiations.
The EPP seeks to advance discussions on the EU-US trade deal, while Socialist chair Lange insists on 19 May for the next round of negotiations.
Negotiation Timeline
Keeping 19 May as the date for the next negotiating round emphasises the urgency and commitment both sides have towards progressing the EU-US trade deal.
Keeping 19 May as the date for the next negotiating round emphasises the urgency and commitment both sides have towards progressing the EU-US trade deal.
Negotiation Stance
“We are committed to maintaining 19 May as the date for the next negotiating round,” stated Socialist chair Lange, opposing the EPP’s push for earlier discussions.
“We are committed to maintaining 19 May as the date for the next negotiating round,” stated Socialist chair Lange, opposing the EPP’s push for earlier discussions.
Key developments
The EPP has called for expedited discussions regarding the EU-US trade deal, highlighting their push for progression in negotiations amidst varying viewpoints on scheduling.
Meanwhile, Socialist chair Bernd Lange has firmly rejected the EPP’s request, maintaining that 19 May remains set for the subsequent negotiating round, ensuring a clear timeline.
Socialists rebuff EPP push to advance EU-US trade deal talks

EPP pushes to advance the next round of discussions to implement the EU-US trade deal, but Socialist chair Lange insists on keeping 19 May as the date for the next negotiating round, according to people familiar with the matter.

