CoinVoice latest learned that, according to a statement from French President Macron, France is in agreement with the President of the European Commission regarding the strong opposition to the United States' announcement of a comprehensive 30% tariff on EU exports starting August 1. Prior to this statement, the European Commission had engaged in intensive negotiations with the United States over the past few weeks, during which a sincere and solid proposal was made. On the basis of European unity, it is even more important for the European Commission to firmly defend the interests of the EU. This especially means that if an agreement cannot be reached before August 1, credible countermeasures must be prepared quickly, mobilizing all available means, including (anti-coercion tools) and so on. On this basis, France will fully support the position of the European Commission in the negotiations. The negotiations will be further intensified in hopes of reaching an agreement acceptable to both sides before August 1, reflecting the mutual respect that should exist between the EU and the U.S. as trade partners, and maintaining the common interests and close value chains of both parties. [Original link]