- On April 9, 2025, the European Commission announced that its proposal for trade countermeasures against the U.S. was approved by EU Member States in response to U.S. tariffs on EU steel and aluminum imports.
- Following U.S. President Trump’s suspension of higher reciprocal tariffs, the EU decided to suspend its countermeasures for 90 days, allowing time for negotiations.
- EU Commission President von der Leyen emphasized the intent to negotiate a balanced outcome, stating that if negotiations fail, the approved countermeasures will be implemented, with preparations for additional measures ongoing.
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