The European Union (EU) has responded to US President Donald Trump's threat to increase customs duties on cars and trucks to 25%, stating that all options remain under consideration.
According to Operative Information Center-OMM, citing international media reports, the European Commission has signaled its readiness to protect its economic interests while seeking a diplomatic resolution.
European Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier stated that such threats are not a new phenomenon in transatlantic relations. Regnier emphasized that the EU would not speculate on specific retaliatory measures at this stage, but clarified the bloc's position: “When we say all options are on the table, it truly means all options are being considered.” He further noted that the EU does not wish to escalate the situation. Maros Sefcovic, the European Commissioner for Trade, is currently engaged in intensive discussions and is scheduled to meet with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Paris on May 5 to address the burgeoning trade dispute.
The friction intensified after US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that tariffs on EU-originated vehicles and trucks would be raised to 25%, citing a lack of compliance with trade agreements. This move reflects the broader "America First" trade policy aimed at reducing trade deficits. For Azerbaijan, which maintains robust economic ties with both the EU and the United States, such shifts in global trade dynamics are closely monitored. As a key player in regional energy security and the Middle Corridor logistics route, Azerbaijan remains a proponent of stable international trade relations and adherence to multilateral economic frameworks.
