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The European Union has warned that it will "respond firmly" if former U.S. President Donald Trump moves forward with imposing tariffs that could impact its member states. The statement comes amid growing trade tensions between the U.S. and its global partners.  

 

A spokesperson for the EU stated that the 27-member bloc was unaware of any new tariffs being imposed on its products but stressed that the use of tariffs is harmful to all parties involved. “The EU would respond firmly to any trading partner that unfairly or arbitrarily imposes tariffs on EU goods,” the spokesperson said, according to Bloomberg. “There is a lot at stake.”  

 

The warning follows Trump’s recent decision to implement significant tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. The executive order he signed enforces a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada, while Chinese imports will face a 10 percent tariff. The new measures are scheduled to take effect on Tuesday.  

 

"Prime Minister Starmer has been very nice. We will see whether or not we can balance out our budget. With the European Union, it is a $350 billion deficit. Obviously, something will take place there."

 

Despite concerns over the economic consequences, Trump defended his decision, arguing that any financial hardship caused by the tariffs would be justified. He stated that the economic pain would be “worth the price.”  

 

Tensions between Trump and the EU have been escalating for months. In December, Trump threatened to impose tariffs on the EU unless it agreed to buy large quantities of American oil and gas to help offset the growing U.S. trade deficit. However, the EU already purchases substantial amounts of American energy, and additional supplies would not be available unless the U.S. significantly increased production.  

 

Further straining relations, Trump has previously expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, a territory owned by Denmark. Danish officials have repeatedly rejected the idea, with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen having a reportedly "fiery" conversation with Trump over the matter.  

 

As trade disputes continue to unfold, the EU’s latest warning signals that it is prepared to take strong action if Trump follows through with imposing tariffs that affect European industries.

 

Based on a report by The Hill 2025-02-04

 

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looking at that list again you must be joking. America doesn't [produce enough pulp to make carrboard or paper? Are you insane? We have more than all of Europe without Canada, it's what we do. Your list is dishonest.

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Stick it to 'em Donald. They've been taking the mickey for far too long. They absolutely love imposing tariffs on imports, let's see how they like it when the shoe is on the other foot.

 

This could be yet another upside of Brexit. Thank god we left the failing federalist cesspit of corruption and protectionism that is the EU. 

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2 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

What actually comes from Europe the USA can't live without? Wine? California has been winning all the international awards for years now. We make cheese as good as any if you pay for it.  I can't think of anything they have that I need. 

Of you honestly want to know look here:

https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=USA-EU_-_international_trade_in_goods_statistics

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30 minutes ago, newbee2022 said:

...the ant is speaking 🤗

His Trump brown tongueing posts are becoming increasingly unhinged .

Just heard that Trump tariffs have been shelved for 30 days.

Ha hahaha!

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Who cares what they threaten. They will cave, just like Canada and Mexico.

 

Otherwise, gonna be a dark one for the eurowhiners next winter. OK by me, they have been sucking off us since 1917

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America needs to be more competitive. Lower the minimum wage to $6.

Can't do that? Then hard to compete. 

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1 hour ago, Red Forever said:

His Trump brown tongueing posts are becoming increasingly unhinged .

Just heard that Trump tariffs have been shelved for 30 days.

Ha hahaha!

Well, that says it all about big mouth Trump

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1 hour ago, Red Forever said:

His Trump brown tongueing posts are becoming increasingly unhinged .

Just heard that Trump tariffs have been shelved for 30 days.

Ha hahaha!

yeah, shelved Canada afte Trudeau spoke with Trump and probably sending troops to the border area and Mexico after the Mexican govt sent military to block the immigrants going to the US.  China - who knows what they are up but I also read that Panama is trying to break the long-term agreement with China and the use by China of the canal.  Just saying, I am not a fan of useless tariffs, any price increases due to the tariffs, only means consumers don't have to buy those products.  To buy many products from other countries, usually means that someone in the US could not producce the same quality product at a better price.  My opinion anyway. and I have never been a fan of Trump nor of Biden and any Democrat.

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12 minutes ago, Presnock said:

yeah, shelved Canada afte Trudeau spoke with Trump and probably sending troops to the border area and Mexico after the Mexican govt sent military to block the immigrants going to the US.  China - who knows what they are up but I also read that Panama is trying to break the long-term agreement with China and the use by China of the canal.  Just saying, I am not a fan of useless tariffs, any price increases due to the tariffs, only means consumers don't have to buy those products.  To buy many products from other countries, usually means that someone in the US could not producce the same quality product at a better price.  My opinion anyway. and I have never been a fan of Trump nor of Biden and any Democrat.

True, for example farm fertilizer is 95% made up of potash. About 90 percent of the potash used in the United States is imported from Canada. Increase fertilizer input costs by nearly 25% you have some very angry American farmers on your hands. Trump never intended on following through with terrace. It was all bluff and bluster and everyone should have known that. Let's not forget that Trump is the one who surrendered Afghanistan to the goat herder Taliban. When he was a young man he was a draft dodger whose old man bribed someone at the recruitment centre so the coward would not have to go to war like his peers. The leaders of Mexico and Canada know who they're up against and just go along to humour him. It's all about trying to entertain the MAGA nuts which doesn't take much.

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28 minutes ago, Presnock said:

China - who knows what they are up but I also read that Panama is trying to break the long-term agreement with China and the use by China of the canal. 

Honestly SOS Marco Rubio left Panama with nothing but a promise from President Mulino to study the agreement with China. That's a far cry from the brazen mandate from his boss to retake Panama if necessary by force,

 

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5 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

What actually comes from Europe the USA can't live without? Wine? California has been winning all the international awards for years now. We make cheese as good as any if you pay for it.  I can't think of anything they have that I need. 

You mean apart from cars, machinery and fashion. If your wine and cheese is so good why would consumers opt for European products? It's simple, capitalist societies allow the consumers to decide what they want, that sparks competition, efficiency and quality.....of course if you can't compete you can use tariffs.

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