Trump heads into high-stakes trade meeting saying he won't go below 15% tariffs on EU
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President Trump engaged in high-stakes discussions with European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, focusing on achieving fairer trade relations. Both parties expressed equal chances of reaching an agreement, citing potential tariffs and retaliatory measures. The conversation emphasized the critical nature of the trade relationship between the U.S. and EU, which represents the largest trade volume globally. Trump referred to the negotiations as potentially historic and underscored the need for fairness to resolve unilateral trade advantages while also acknowledging his reputation as a tough negotiator.
President Trump asserted that the United States will not go below 15% import taxes and is negotiating for fairer trade with the European Union.
European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the significance of a trade deal, emphasizing the importance of rebalancing trade relations between the U.S. and EU.
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