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US and EU close in on 15% tariff deal, FT reports
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, JUL 25 – The deal aims to reduce trade barriers and avoid a US-imposed 30% tariff, with EU counter-tariffs on $109 billion of US goods set for August 7 if negotiations fail.
- With the August 1 deadline looming, US and EU negotiators are closing in on a deal, imposing a 15% tariff on most EU exports to avert a broader trade war.
- The United States threatened, prompting intensive talks, as Brussels approved €93 billion in counter-tariffs.
- Under the draft terms, the US proposal includes a 15% tariff with sectoral carve-outs, offering waivers for aircraft, spirits and medical devices while cutting car duties from 27.5% to 15%.
- The European Commission briefed envoys on the proposal, and spokesperson Olof Gill said `within reach`.
- With pressure mounting, if EU member states approve in the coming days, counter-tariffs will take effect on August 7, proving crucial to avoid escalation.
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