
Metz (France) – French Economy Minister Eric Lombard remarked that discussions with Washington regarding tariffs are ongoing but extremely challenging, as the proposals on the table lack balance. This statement was made during his visit to Metz.
Recently, the American president announced a 30% tariff on all imports from the European Union, effective August 1st.
The Commission is aiming to reach a negotiated solution before this deadline and is also preparing to impose taxes on certain American products should the talks fail.
In the event of such a failure, Lombard emphasized the need for the European Union to implement tariffs on American imports to maintain a fair balance, stating, “Just as the Americans impose high tariff increases on us, we must, together with the European Union, agree to also have tariffs that we impose on American imports so that we are in a balanced situation.” He added, “Our goal is, in the end, as quickly as possible, to have the lowest possible tariffs.” (July 17, 2025)
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