The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Lin, expressed his regret for the 25 percent tariff that the United States applies to all imported cars, ensuring that the European Union will protect its interests.
“I strongly regret the US decision to impose a tariff on European auto exports,” von der Lain said in a statement.
The President of the European Commission confirmed that he will evaluate this announcement of Trump, as well as “other measures that the United States expects for the coming days.”
“The European Union will continue to search for negotiation solutions and protect its economic interests at the same time,” he said.
“As a wonderful commercial power and a strong community from 27 member states, we will jointly protect our workers, companies and consumers throughout the European Union,” he added.
Von Der Leyen emphasized that the auto industry “is an engine for innovation, competitiveness and high -quality functions through deep integrated supply chains on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.”
For German policy, “the customs tariff – bad for companies, and the worst for consumers, whether in the United States or the European Union.”
US President Donald Trump announced today the implementation of a 25 percent tariff for all imported cars, and the $ 100 billion tax revenue (93 billion euros).
“This will continue to stimulate growth,” Trump at the White House confirmed at a signing ceremony for an executive order to conduct a customs tariff scale.
Trump said that new cars will enter into force next week, April 2.
