The European Commission expressed its discontent with the tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump on Canada, Mexico, and China, describing them as a disruption to global trade. In a statement, a spokesman for the European Union highlighted the importance of open markets and respect for international trade rules to ensure strong and sustainable economic growth.
"Tariffs create unnecessary economic disruptions and cause inflation. They are harmful to all parties," the spokesman added, emphasizing the need to maintain fair and equitable trade relations. In light of the possibility of tariffs by the United States on European goods, the EU warned that it would respond firmly to any unfair or arbitrary measures.
The reaction to the tariffs was swift. China announced it would file a complaint with the World Trade Organization and take measures to defend its interests. Canada, for its part, will impose a 25% tax on U.S. products worth $21 billion, while Mexico has ordered the implementation of measures to protect its trade interests.
Amid this conflict, the European Union has sought to strengthen its transatlantic relations and avoid a trade conflict with the United States through negotiations. However, Trump's statements confirming the imposition of tariffs on European goods have generated concern and opposition.
The U.S. president issued an executive order to raise tariffs on imported products from China, as well as to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, triggering immediate criticism and retaliation from the affected countries.
