The head of the European Union bloc, Ursula von der Leyen, still had no contact with Donald Trump but wants to establish a plan as soon as possible for supply chains between both continents.
The European Union wants to start a quick dialogue with USA on the tariffs that President Donald Trump plans to impose. This was stated by the EU Commerce Manager, Maros Sefcovicwhile the head of the block, Ursula von der LeyenHe stressed that they will protect their interests in the negotiations.
In statements prior to a meeting of EU ministers to discuss the EU trade and competitiveness, Sefcovic said he wanted a “fast commitment” and that he expected the confirmation of the appointment of the Trump for Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick.
“We are willing to commit ourselves immediately and we hope that, through this early commitment, We can avoid the measures that would bring a lot of disturbance to the most important commercial and investment relationship on this planet“He told reporters.
Von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, said that the priority of the Community Executive was to work in the numerous areas in which the interests of the EU and the United States converge, such as Critical supply chains and emerging technologies.
In a speech pronounced in Brussels, he said that the EU is willing to establish harsh negotiations to lay the foundations of a more solid association. “We will be open and pragmatic in the way of achieving it. But we will make it clear that we will always protect our own interests, as necessary and when necessary, “said Von der Leyen.
EU officials say that contacts with the Trump administration were limited so far because those chosen by Trump for senior positions cannot speak with their foreign counterparts until their positions have been confirmed. Von der Leyen and Trump were not in contact since Trump’s possession.
The EU meeting in Warsaw began a few hours after additional 10% tariffs on Chinese products, which led China to counterattack. Canada and Mexico were also in the line of US 25% tariffs on Tuesday, but each assured a 30 -day break.
Source: Ambito
