U.S. President Donald Trump has blasted the European Union for unfair trade practices, pledging to impose "reciprocal tariffs" on European goods. His remarks come amid growing tensions following the enforcement of new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
U.S. President Donald Trump sharply criticized the European Union during a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in the Oval Office, accusing the EU of unfair trade practices and mistreating America for years.
Trump declared plans to impose "reciprocal tariffs," meaning any tariffs the EU imposes on the U.S. will be matched by similar charges on European goods. “And as you know, we're going to be doing reciprocal tariffs. So whatever they charge us with, we're charging them. Nobody can complain about that. Whatever it is, it doesn’t even matter what it is. If they charge us, if they charge us 25 or 20%, or 10%, or 2%, or 200%, then that's what we're charging them,” Trump said.
The remarks followed Trump’s decision to enforce tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, a move that prompted retaliation from the EU.
Trump emphasized his goal to rebuild U.S. manufacturing, stating, “I’ll always have flexibility, but there will be very little flexibility once we start. April 2nd is going to be a very big day for the United States of America. The United States of America is going to take back a lot of what was stolen from it by other countries and by, frankly, incompetent U.S. leadership.”
Trump also blamed previous U.S. administrations for allowing Ireland to attract American pharmaceutical companies through favorable tax policies.
Prime Minister Martin noted Ireland’s significant investments in the U.S., including aircraft purchases from Boeing. However, Trump remained focused on leveling the trade playing field, citing the absence of American cars in Europe as another example of unfair trade practices.
In a massive show of support, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum spoke to a huge crowd in Mexico City’s Zócalo square on Sunday. It's after the U.S. postponed its plan to impose 25% tariffs on Mexican goods.
Beijing advises the U.S. to engage with China before imposing new tariffs related to the fentanyl issue.
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Saturday directing a new national security investigation into imported lumber under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.
Thirteen Canadian premiers visited Washington, D.C. on February 12 to meet with U.S. lawmakers, seeking to prevent President Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, which threaten industries reliant on these materials.
Mexico pledges to resolve U.S. tariff threats, highlighting trade resilience, crackdown on contraband, and efforts to expand partnerships, including UAE investments in semiconductors and renewable energy.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected holding negotiations with the United States over a nuclear deal, as a letter was delivered from U.S. President Donald Trump calling for such talks.
Hikmet Hajiyev states that Azerbaijan is the author of the peace treaty initiative with Armenia, while highlighting ongoing territorial disputes and the need for constitutional amendments to ensure lasting regional peace.
Russian forces have retaken control of Sudzha, a major town in Russia's western Kursk region, from Ukrainian troops, the Defence Ministry said on Thursday.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has arrived in Moscow for an official visit and is set to hold talks with President Vladimir Putin today.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to reshuffle his cabinet in the coming days, five government officials told Reuters on Thursday, following mass protests that erupted across the country over a deadly 2023 train crash.
Italy’s League party urges the government to favour Starlink over French-led Eutelsat for satellite communication systems, citing Starlink's technological edge. The push comes amid delays in the EU’s IRIS² program, as Italy seeks secure communication solutions for officials.
XPeng Motors plans to mass-produce flying cars by 2026, becoming the first company globally to do so. CEO He Xiaopeng also highlighted advancements in autonomous driving and humanoid robotics as part of the company’s future tech initiatives.
World leaders welcomed the 30-day ceasefire proposal that Ukraine has agreed to, calling it a step toward ending the conflict with Russia.
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is set to condemn Trump’s Gaza “Riviera” plan, backing Egypt’s $53 billion reconstruction proposal. A classified draft resolution, rejects the relocation of Gazans, calls for urgent international support, and mobilises opposition to the U.S. stance.
In Tuesday’s closely watched parliamentary election, Greenland’s pro-business opposition Demokraatit party took a commanding lead after over 90% of the ballots were counted.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected holding negotiations with the United States over a nuclear deal, as a letter was delivered from U.S. President Donald Trump calling for such talks.
Russian forces have retaken control of Sudzha, a major town in Russia's western Kursk region, from Ukrainian troops, the Defence Ministry said on Thursday.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has arrived in Moscow for an official visit and is set to hold talks with President Vladimir Putin today.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to reshuffle his cabinet in the coming days, five government officials told Reuters on Thursday, following mass protests that erupted across the country over a deadly 2023 train crash.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected holding negotiations with the United States over a nuclear deal, as a letter was delivered from U.S. President Donald Trump calling for such talks.
Hikmet Hajiyev states that Azerbaijan is the author of the peace treaty initiative with Armenia, while highlighting ongoing territorial disputes and the need for constitutional amendments to ensure lasting regional peace.
Russian forces have retaken control of Sudzha, a major town in Russia's western Kursk region, from Ukrainian troops, the Defence Ministry said on Thursday.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has arrived in Moscow for an official visit and is set to hold talks with President Vladimir Putin today.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to reshuffle his cabinet in the coming days, five government officials told Reuters on Thursday, following mass protests that erupted across the country over a deadly 2023 train crash.
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