The EU claims that the 30% tariffs imposed by the US harm the interests of both sides and will take countermeasures if necessary.

According to Deep Tide TechFlow news, on July 13, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU noted a letter from US President Trump, which outlined revised tariff rates and a new timeline. The statement indicated that the US’s imposition of a 30% tariff on EU export products would undermine the vital Supply Chain across the Atlantic, harming the interests of businesses, consumers, and patients on both sides. The statement mentioned that globally, few economies can match the EU in terms of openness and adherence to fair trade rules. The EU has always been committed to resolving disagreements with the US through negotiation. The statement added that the EU is still prepared to continue efforts to reach an agreement before August 1. Meanwhile, all necessary measures will be taken to safeguard the interests of the EU, including proportionate countermeasures when necessary. Additionally, the EU will continue to deepen global partnerships, firmly based on the principles of rules-based international trade.