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Macron and Merz Say EU Close to Decision on US Tariff Response
GERMANY, JUL 23 – Macron and Merz present a united EU front preparing countermeasures against US tariffs, with the bloc considering $100 billion in retaliatory tariffs if negotiations fail.
- On July 23, 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met at Villa Borsig in Berlin to reinforce unity amid US trade tensions, as Macron emphasized coordination.
- Amid escalating pressure, Brussels weighed pivoting to the CPTPP, as last month, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced considerations to join the trade pact.
- Last Wednesday, Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, said Washington is making progress in tariff talks, adding `I think that we are making good progress with the EU.`, after efforts to negotiate with Brussels.
- Their talks ended with contingency plans, Merz’s spokesperson said, while Merz’s spokesperson added Europe should keep all trade instruments on the table if talks fail.
- Future negotiations may hinge on the emerging 15% tariff agreement, while the Financial Times newspaper reported both sides neared a deal.
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