European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen said that if negotiations fail, the EU is preparing for further countermeasures for U.S. tariffs.

U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 20% tariff on the group on Wednesday.

von der Leyen’s comments come after the U.S. declares retaliation duties after tariffs are imposed Last month to protect European workers and consumers. The EU said I wouldNtrododuce to 26 billion euros ($28 billion) of U.S. goods.

The previous suspension of duties – at least partially present during Trump’s first term as president – ​​would be Reintroduction along with many other responsibilities On other products.

Industrial grade steel and aluminum, other semi-produced and finished products of steel and aluminum, as well as their derivatives commercial products such as mechanical parts and knitting needles. There are also many other products on the EU list, such as bourbon, agricultural products, leather products, household appliances, etc.

After the postponement, these tariffs are expected to come into effect in mid-April.

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