Donald Trump says there will '100% be a trade deal' with Europe after meeting with Giorgia Meloni President boasts that he will have “little problem” securing an agreement between the US and the bloc Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2025
EU to US on tariffs: 'The ball's in your court' After several hours of discussions with US trade representatives, 'it's over to you', the European Commission said on Tuesday. Euronews · Apr 15, 2025
Trump considers pausing auto tariffs as world economy endures whiplash President Donald Trump on Monday suggested that he might temporarily exempt the auto industry from tariffs he previously imposed on the sector, to give carmakers time to adjust their supply chains. Euronews · Apr 15, 2025
EU-Ukraine trade talks enter crucial phase on agriculture The EU executive is leaning toward reinstating quotas in the next trade framework with Ukraine, while Kyiv is pushing to maintain the current regime. With time running out, both sides are under pressure to reach a deal. Euronews · Apr 11, 2025
EU Trade Commissioner to travel to the US on Monday for trade talks EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will travel to the US on Monday for high-level meetings with counterparts, the Commission confirmed on Friday. Euronews · Apr 11, 2025
Will Trump’s tariff chaos be China’s gain in global trade wars? As China retaliates against tariffs, it is also making strategic manoeuvres on EU and Asia to maximise opportunities The Guardian - UK · Apr 10, 2025
EU to impose retaliatory 25% tariffs on US goods from almonds to yachts Bloc says it ‘considers US tariffs unjustified and damaging, causing economic harm to both sides’ The Guardian - UK · Apr 9, 2025
S&P 500 sees one of biggest days since second world war after Trump levies pause – as it happened Trump claims ‘China wants to make a deal’ after raising tariffs to 125%, while 90-day pause for most countries sparks market surge The Guardian - UK · Apr 9, 2025
Who's who in the EU-US trade war? From Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič to influential advisor Peter Navarro, Euronews breaks down the main characters in the EU-US trade war. Euronews · Apr 9, 2025
EU offered ‘zero-for-zero’ deal to US weeks before tariff announcement Cars and other goods were to be included, according to EU trade commissioner, who says offer is still on table The Guardian - UK · Apr 7, 2025
US markets sink further as Europe offers openness to zero tariffs US stocks fell further as tariff fears deepened, with the S&P 500 entering bear market territory. Trump defended new trade barriers, while Europe signalled openness to talks. Recession risks rose, and investors shifted to defensive sectors. Euronews · Apr 7, 2025
EU in early talks with US but preparing ‘robust’ tariff countermeasures, says trade chief – as it happened EU trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič says bloc in a ‘tough spot’ with 70% of exports being subjected to tariffs The Guardian - UK · Apr 7, 2025
Macron suggests pause on US investment as EU leaders condemn Trump tariffs Von der Leyen calls tariffs ‘a major blow to world economy’ while calling for last-ditch negotiations The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2025
Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs: what’s at stake for UK and EU? What is expected from Donald Trump’s tariffs on US imports and how will EU and UK leaders react? The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2025
Euronews · Mar 27, 2025 EU Commission preparing 'well calibrated' retaliation to US tariffs As the US rolls out new tariffs, the European Commission is preparing its response. The latest measures will factor in the car tariffs announced on Wednesday night, along with the reciprocal tariffs expected next week, as trade tensions between Brussels and Washington escalate.
Euronews · Mar 26, 2025 What's EU trade commissioner looking for from China trip? European Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is heading to China as the country's companies come under the EU's investigatory lens. But with a trade war with the United States intensifying, what's he after in a rapprochement between the EU and China?
Euronews · Mar 20, 2025 Tariffs: EU holds fire on US spirits in tit-for-tat trade war The entry into force of a list of countermeasures against US trade tariffs, including American spirits, has been postponed to allow time for talks among EU member states, with the European Commission awaiting Washington’s next move before revising its overall response.
Fortune · Mar 12, 2025 EU slaps Bourbon and Harley-Davidsons with tariffs in $28 billion retaliation against Trump The EU responded almost immediately to the U.S. implementing tariffs on EU steel imports, further escalating a brewing trade war.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 11, 2025 Starmer to avoid immediate counter-tariffs if Trump puts levies on UK steel British PM has discussed issue with president, as US trade war with Canada escalates
The Guardian - UK · Feb 11, 2025 Canada, Mexico and EU criticise Trump’s metal tariffs amid fears of trade war Ursula von der Leyen says tariffs ‘will not go unanswered’ as Justin Trudeau says Canadians will ‘stand up if we need to’
The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025 EU vows tough countermeasures to US tariffs European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen vowed that U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum “will not go unanswered” and will trigger tough countermeasures from the 27-nation bloc
The Guardian - UK · Jan 26, 2025 Reeves: third Heathrow runway would be hard decision but good for growth Chancellor expected to unveil new building projects and revise planning rules to stimulate UK economy
The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2025 What is the pan-Europe customs area that the EU is open to the UK joining? Trade chief has said membership of Pan-Euro-Mediterranean convention could be part of ‘reset’ discussions
The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2025 UK politics: ‘It’s not a customs union’: No 10 leaves door open to joining pan-Europe scheme – as it happened Downing Street says EU’s suggestion of UK joining agreement would not cross its ‘red lines’ for closer ties
The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2025 EU trade chief says it ‘could consider’ UK joining pan-Europe customs deal Maroš Šefčovič says ‘the ball is in the UK’s court’ as British ministers reportedly consult businesses