economy
February 24, 2026
EU demands ‘full clarity’ from Trump on tariffs
The EU has urged US President Donald Trump not to impose new tariffs
TL;DR
- The EU's executive body has urged US President Donald Trump not to impose new tariffs on the bloc’s goods.
- A US Supreme Court ruling struck down most of Trump's earlier tariff measures.
- Trump responded by signing an order imposing a 10% global tariff, later stating he would raise it to 15%.
- The European Commission seeks full clarity on Trump's intentions and states the current situation is not in line with fair trade promises.
- The bloc argues its goods should not be subjected to tariff increases beyond agreed ceilings.
- The commission noted that tariffs drive up costs for consumers and businesses.
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