Does Trump’s message cause trade negotiations with Europe?
Before receiving The European Union The message of the US President Trump a public threat to raise Customs duties on European commodities from 10% to 30%, unless an agreement is reached before August 1. European negotiators suggested that the fees remain at the level of 10%, with important exceptions to sectors such as the aviation industry.
But the surprise came on Saturday, when Washington confirmed its new decision, in a move described as it "Unexpected" For the negotiating path. "I was surprised, of course, because the atmosphere was positive during the week". "Similar messages to all his big partners". In this context, the European Union itself promised itself outside the escalation, until the sudden message was received. "Family prepared to conclude the agreement"And that the negotiations were going in the right direction. The recent threat to apply customs duties by 30% raises doubts again about the seriousness of American intentions. Her threats. "We give priority for negotiating solutions, and I will talk to the American counterparts later today".
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