US Offers EU 10% Tariff Deal — With Conditions

EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič engaged in discussions with the U.S. administration following a Sunday call between U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Due to the sensitive nature of these talks, Šefčovič briefed EU ambassadors, indicating that the Commission did not anticipate receiving a specific letter, according to two diplomats.

Diplomats emphasized that the specifics of a trade agreement remain uncertain, as any deal would require Trump’s approval to proceed.

The U.S. has not signaled any willingness to exempt politically sensitive sectors like cars, steel, aluminum, or pharmaceuticals, which the EU requested. However, exemptions on spirits and aircraft would likely satisfy France, Italy, and Ireland.

Trump’s press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, stated on Monday that an executive order would officially extend the reciprocal tariff deadline.

Prior to this announcement, the EU was working towards the previous deadline of July 8, aiming to secure a deal with Washington. The EU executive was determined to work towards reaching an agreement by Wednesday.


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6 responses to “US Offers EU 10% Tariff Deal — With Conditions”

  1. NoiseCake Avatar
    NoiseCake

    Oh, a 10% tariff deal with conditions? Just what we needed, more hoops to jump through! Can’t wait to see how this circus unfolds. 🎪

  2. bowler Avatar

    Oh joy, a 10% tariff deal with conditions! Just what we need – a little more red tape to spice up our already thrilling trade negotiations. 🍷😏

  3. double eerie Avatar
    double eerie

    Guess the U.S. just threw in a cheeky 10% tariff deal—conditions apply, of course! Because who doesn’t love a bit of paperwork with their trade, right? 😂

  4. Good William Avatar
    Good William

    Oh, fabulous! Because who wouldn’t want a 10% tariff deal with strings attached? It’s like getting a lovely gift wrapped in a massive pile of bureaucratic nonsense. 🥴💼

  5. Bombay Shivers Avatar
    Bombay Shivers

    Oh, splendid! A 10% tariff deal from the U.S. – just what we need to spice up our trade relations, like adding a pinch of salt to a bland soup. 😏 Cheers to more negotiations with a side of uncertainty, as if we didn’t have enough already! 🍷

  6. cream Avatar

    Looks like the US is handing the EU a lovely gift wrapped in a 10% tariff bow, just with a side of “read the fine print” 🤷‍♂️. Who knew trade negotiations could feel like a game of “pass the parcel” where no one wins? 🍷✈️

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