France Welcomes U.S. Tariff Pause as Positive Signal Toward Negotiations
As reported by BlockBeats, French Finance Minister Lombard has welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's recent decision to suspend several planned import tariffs, interpreting the move as a sign of Washington’s openness to dialogue with Europe.
Last week, Trump announced a temporary halt on reciprocal tariffs targeting multiple trade partners, including the European Union. Minister Lombard commented, “I’m surprised by how swiftly President Trump shifted his position.” He pointed out that the tariffs, if implemented, would have likely slowed U.S. economic growth and fueled inflation.
Despite the pause, Lombard emphasized that it’s too early to celebrate, as some tariffs remain active. “That’s why Europe must continue to apply pressure,” he concluded.