French President: Strongly opposes the decision to impose tariffs on the United States

ChainCatcher news, according to a statement from French President Macron, France and the President of the European Commission are united in their 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 sincere and solid proposals were made.

On the basis of European unity, it is even more necessary 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 the Anti-Coercion Instrument.

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 acceptable agreement for both parties before August 1, reflecting the mutual respect that should exist between the EU and the US as trade partners, and safeguarding the common interests and close value chains of both sides.