Trump threatens EU with ‘serious tariffs’ after proposal to make Canada first associate member – Europe live
US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with significant tariffs or a halt to trade following the bloc's proposal to grant Canada associate membership. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen defended the move as a partnership for common strength rather than an act against the US. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing political uncertainty as he prepares for upcoming state elections that may determine his future in office.
- ▪Donald Trump described the EU's proposal to make Canada an associate member as a hostile act and threatened serious tariffs in response.
- ▪Ursula von der Leyen stated that the partnership with Canada is intended for common strength and is not directed against any other country.
- ▪Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to address the European Parliament regarding the new associate membership proposal.
- ▪German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cancelled his trip to the UN General Assembly amid speculation about his political future.
- ▪Two upcoming state elections in Germany are expected to significantly impact Chancellor Merz's leadership position.
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03.40 EDTMorning opening: Trump threatens Europe, againJakub KrupaUS president Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with “serious tariffs” and a cut to trade after the bloc proposed to make Canada its first ever associate member, calling the idea “laughable”.Suggesting the move was a “hostile act”, the US president told reporters he could put “very serious tariffs or stop trading with Europe”. He added: “If it’s a good intention, that’s fine. If it’s a bad intention, we’ll put very heavy tariffs on Europe.”Trump calls EU offer to Canada of associate membership ‘laughable’, while threatening tariffsRead moreEuropean Commision president Ursula von der Leyen insisted yesterday that “this is not a partnership against anyone else, but for our common strength,” and deputy chief…
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