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Europe Vows Response to US Tariff Threats, Emphasizes Single Market Strength

Addressing the European Parliament, a top EU official strongly criticized the United States' escalating tariff policies, including those on steel, aluminum, and potentially cars, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals. While expressing disappointment and stating Europe did not initiate the trade friction, the speaker asserted the EU's readiness to protect its interests.

The EU's strategy will focus on three pillars: pursuing negotiations from a position of strength while preparing countermeasures, diversifying trade partnerships globally, and reinforcing the European Single Market by dismantling internal barriers. The official emphasized the EU's unity and determination, aiming for a negotiated solution but prepared to retaliate if necessary. Strengthening the Single Market is seen as crucial to counter the negative impacts of external tariffs.