In response to President Trump's announcement of impending tariffs on the EU, European leaders convened in Brussels, showcasing a strong front of unity. They expressed a willingness to retaliate with their own tariffs if necessary, while emphasizing the importance of remaining cooperative. The geopolitical context, including the conflict in Ukraine and efforts to reduce reliance on Russian gas, has prompted the EU to pursue greater economic and military independence. Leaders warned about the harmful consequences of a trade war, particularly its impact on jobs and prices in Europe.
We have to do everything to avoid this totally unnecessary and stupid tariff war... we cannot lose our European self-respect and self-confidence.
As Trump's moves forward his foreign policy agenda and the war in Ukraine further limits European dependence on Russian gas, the EU is looking to become more independent.
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