Europe Weighs Trade Response Amid U.S. Tariff Threats

Thu Jul 17 2025 00:52:37 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Europe Weighs Trade Response Amid U.S. Tariff Threats

EU officials strategize on potential tariffs against American imports as negotiations stall over President Trump's proposed levies.


In response to President Trump's tariff threats, EU officials are preparing a substantial retaliatory plan on U.S. exports. Although negotiations continue, trust issues linger, prompting the EU to consider imposing tariffs on over $100 billion worth of American goods if discussions fail.

 

European Union (EU) officials are intensifying their preparations to counteract the tariff threats recently issued by President Trump, which could potentially disrupt transatlantic trade relations. After announcing plans to levy a striking 30 percent tariff on EU imports starting August 1, Trump has prompted the EU to finalize retaliation strategies, targeting an estimated $100 billion of American goods if negotiations do not progress satisfactorily.

Frances Burwell, a fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Europe Center, encapsulated the uncertainty surrounding the EU's actions, questioning whether the bloc would follow through on its retaliation plans. Previous attempts to negotiate had seen EU policymakers briefly pause proposed tariffs worth €21 billion (around $25 billion) on American products after Trump's last-minute reconsiderations. The hope was that these gestures might foster productive discussions, but as negotiations stalled, the EU is again revisiting its initial intentions.

Following Trump's recent comments, EU trade officials have drafted an even broader list of proposed tariffs amounting to €72 billion (around $84 billion). This expanded list targets high-profile American goods such as Boeing aircraft and Kentucky bourbon. Although the finalized list of retaliatory tariffs has been submitted to member states, it has yet to undergo a national vote.

The EU's cautious but firm approach reflects its preference for negotiation over conflict, highlighting their hesitation to enter a lengthy trade war. Despite this, many in the EU acknowledge that strength may be the only effective approach to negotiations with Trump. The situation remains dynamic as both sides continue to evaluate their options amid ongoing tensions regarding trade policies.

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