The EU is actively engaging with the US on trade talks, indicating that an agreement may be close. Olof Gill, the EU trade commissioner, noted the intensive nature of discussions but provided no specific details about the deal. Concurrently, Ireland has secured key concessions regarding retaliatory tariffs, successfully removing thoroughbred horses and other products from potential countermeasures in the event of trade tensions with the US. Deputy Prime Minister Simon Harris highlighted the importance of these adjustments for the Irish industry and business community while supporting future EU negotiations despite potential adverse effects.
The EU continues to engage with the US intensively at technical and political level, and that's all I can say for the moment.
As regards a deal, an outcome, we believe such an outcome is within reach, and we are working might and main to deliver that for EU citizens, for EU companies, for EU consumers.
Imports of thoroughbred horses has been removed from the countermeasures list, securing the future of a lucrative industry in Ireland with several highly regarded international studs.
While we were successful in removing some key Irish sensitivities... the EU must prepare for all eventualities and must be enabled to negotiate.
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