The European Union will study the latest statements by United States President Donald Trump regarding duties on cars – this was announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on the evening of 26 March.
“I deeply regret the US decision to impose duties on European car exports. The automotive industry drives innovation, competitiveness and high-quality jobs through deeply integrated supply chains on both sides of the Atlantic,” she said.
Von der Leyen reiterated the view that the duties hurt businesses and consumers in both the US and the European Union. She said the bloc would “evaluate this announcement” as well as other measures the US plans to resort to in the coming days.
The official said the EU would continue to seek a diplomatic solution while protecting its own economic interests.
“As a major trading nation and a strong community of 27 member states, we will work together to protect our workers, businesses and consumers across the European Union,” the European Commission president added.
Earlier on March 26, Donald Trump announced the imposition of 25 per cent duties on cars not made in the US. As reported by US media, the decision will come into force on 2 April, and additional duties on imported cars will start to be levied from the next day.