Emre Yumlu 
The European Union is considering concession options against Trump’s new tariffs. The parties are preparing for negotiations.
The European Union Considers Concession Options Against Trump Administration’s Tariffs
The European Union (EU) is working on potential concessions to mitigate the impact of tariffs planned by the Trump administration. According to a Bloomberg News report citing sources familiar with the talks, recent discussions between Brussels and Washington indicated that the EU officials were informed that the automobile and reciprocal tariffs set to take effect next week could not be avoided. As a result, the framework for a potential agreement to reduce these tariffs has been initiated.
The European Commission, which governs trade policies, is drafting a “memorandum of understanding” that will serve as the foundation for negotiations with the United States. This document will outline areas such as reducing EU tariffs, promoting mutual investments, and relaxing certain regulations.
New Tariff Dispute Between the EU and the US: Negotiations Underway
The Trump administration argues that these new tariffs are imposed in response to unfair levies on American goods and restrictive trade policies. Specifically, the EU’s Value-Added Tax (VAT) system, digital services taxes, and other regulations are perceived by the US as non-tariff trade barriers. However, the EU maintains that the VAT is a neutral tax that applies equally to domestic and imported goods.
These new tariffs are expected to affect a wide range of EU exports to the US. While Washington has not yet disclosed the exact tariff rates, EU officials anticipate that they will range between 10% and 25%. Sources suggest that reaching an agreement will be challenging, and a potential deal may not fully restore previous trade conditions.
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