Spain has stepped forward with a bold €14.1 billion relief package to shield its economy from the ripple effects of new U.S. tariffs, as Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo warns of potential hits to the country’s GDP amid growing global trade tensions.
The series of tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday could have a negative effect on Spain's gross domestic product, potentially reducing it by several tenths of a percentage point, Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo warned on Friday.
While Spain’s direct economic exposure to the United States is relatively limited compared to other European Union nations, Cuerpo emphasized that a global slowdown in trade could indirectly impact the Spanish economy.
In response to the potential fallout, Spain on Thursday unveiled a substantial financial support package valued at €14.1 billion ($15.55 billion), comprising loans and direct aid. This initiative positions Spain as one of the few major economies to present a concrete and proactive solution to mitigate the repercussions of the newly imposed U.S. tariffs.
Read next
16:39
As Germany considers providing long-range Taurus missiles to Ukraine, military experts warn the move could enable Kyiv to strike targets deep inside Russian territory, including Moscow — a shift that could escalate tensions and draw NATO closer to direct confrontation.
16:21
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that Ukraine will attend a meeting in Istanbul on Monday, following a proposal from Russia.
15:24
Flash floods in central Nigeria have killed at least 151 people, with authorities warning the toll may rise further as search and rescue operations continue in the flood-ravaged town of Mokwa, Niger State.
14:36
More than 500 people were arrested and two fatalities reported following chaotic celebrations across France after Paris Saint-Germain's historic Champions League victory, according to the interior ministry.
14:11
A celebration of Turkish cuisine and friendship took place in Karachi on Sunday as the Turkish Consulate hosted a World Breakfast Day event, sharing traditional flavours with a distinguished Pakistani audience.
What is your opinion on this topic?
Leave the first comment