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

On July 13, local time on the 12th, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen issued a statement saying that the EU has noted a letter from US President Trump outlining the revised tariff rates and new timeline. The statement indicates that the US imposing a 30% tariff on EU export products will disrupt important supply chains across the Atlantic and harm the interests of businesses, consumers, and patients on both sides. The statement further mentions that there are few economies globally that can match the EU in terms of openness and adherence to fair trade rules. The EU is always committed to resolving differences with the US through negotiation. The statement concludes 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 proportional countermeasures if necessary. At the same time, the EU will continue to deepen global partnerships, firmly based on the principles of rule-based international trade. #山寨季何时到来