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EU members to vote April 9 on countermeasures to U.S. tariffs, says senior EU official

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Posted on April 3, 2025

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· Last updated: January 24, 2026

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EU members to vote April 9 on countermeasures to U.S. tariffs, says senior EU official

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EU Members to Decide on Countermeasures to US Tariffs April 9

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union member states are set to vote on Wednesday April 9 on countermeasures to the United States' steel and aluminum tariffs, a senior EU official, said on Thursday.

The Commission's proposal will be passed as long as it is not opposed by a qualified majority of 15 member states representing 65% of EU population.

(Reporting by Philip Blenkinsip, Writing by Charlotte Van Campenhout, Editing by Benoit Van Overstraeten)

Key Takeaways

EU members to vote on countermeasures to US tariffs.
Vote scheduled for April 9.
Focus on steel and aluminum tariffs.
Proposal needs approval from 15 member states.
Qualified majority must represent 65% of EU population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The article discusses the upcoming EU vote on countermeasures to US tariffs on steel and aluminum.

When is the EU vote scheduled?

The EU vote is scheduled for April 9.

What is required for the proposal to pass?

The proposal needs approval from 15 member states representing 65% of the EU population.

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