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EC says said that uncertainty in relations with the United States is growing


02/10/2025


President of the European Commission (EC), Ursula von der Leyen, stated that uncertainty in the relationship between the European Union (EU) and the United States is increasing. This is due to the alteration of the "agenda" in the United States. Nevertheless, Ms. von der Leyen mentioned that Europe is prepared for transformations, highlighting that the U.S. has been a longstanding partner of the EU.



Pietro Naj-Oleari
Pietro Naj-Oleari
"Europe is prepared for a strong yet constructive conversation with the United States amid increasing uncertainty. We recognize the possible challenges, but we are prepared for them," she stated during a press conference in Lithuania.

US President Donald Trump earlier said that the European Union is treating the US very poorly. He pledged that he would levy tariffs on EU goods.

Mr. Trump has already placed tariffs on products from China and has also warned of imposing tariffs on items from Canada and Mexico. This was meant to occur on February 1, but the president delayed the implementation of duties for a month following discussions with the leaders of these nations.

source: reuters.com