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EU will respond to US tariff plan if needed, reaffirms French government spokeswoman

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Posted on February 27, 2025

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PARIS (Reuters) - A trade war is in no-one's interest but the European Union will respond after U.S. President Donald Trump said his administration would soon announce a 25% tariff on imports from the

EU Prepared to Counter US Tariff Plans, Says French Government

"If we must respond, we will respond," Primas told BFM TV on Thursday.

She added "the European Union has not been created to bother the United States," responding to Trump's comments on Wednesday the EU was formed "in order to screw the United States".

The European Commission said on Wednesday it will react "firmly and immediately against unjustified barriers to free and fair trade" after Trump said his administration would soon announce a 25% tariff on imports from the EU.

(Reporting by Dominique Vidalon; Editing by Sudip Kar-Gupta)

Key Takeaways

The EU is prepared to counter US tariffs if necessary.
French spokeswoman Sophie Primas emphasizes EU's stance.
Trump plans a 25% tariff on EU imports.
The European Commission promises firm action.
Trade tensions between the US and EU are escalating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the French government spokeswoman say about the US tariffs?

The French government spokeswoman stated that if the EU must respond to US tariffs, it will do so. She emphasized that the EU was not created to antagonize the United States.

How did the European Commission react to Trump's tariff announcement?

The European Commission announced it would react 'firmly and immediately' against what it considers unjustified barriers to free and fair trade.

What was President Trump's comment regarding the EU?

President Trump commented that the EU was formed 'in order to screw the United States,' prompting a response from EU officials.

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