Trump hints UK could avoid tariffs planned for EU
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US President Donald Trump hinted that the UK may avoid the harsh tariffs he has threatened to impose on the European Union, The Guardian reports.
During the visit of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, journalists reminded the American leader of the tariffs he is threatening the EU with. In particular, they asked what Starmer could do to protect his country from harsh tariffs.
In response, Trump once again criticized the EU’s trade policies. However, he described the UK as a “very different place” to which he has a special warm feeling.
"We’re talking about a very different place. This is some place that I have investments there. I own Turnberry, I own Aberdeen, and I own a great place called Doonbeg in Ireland. So, I have a great warm spot for your country," Trump said.
The British Prime Minister added that the “trade, obviously, is fair and balanced” in the UK.
“It’s going to work out,” Trump replied.
However, when journalists asked whether this meant that the UK would avoid tariffs, the American President avoided a direct answer.
"Well, I have to take a look. We’re going to have a good discussion, and we’ll be talking about it," he said.
Tariffs for Europe
On February 26, US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 25% tariffs on the European Union, claiming that the 27-member bloc was "formed to screw the US."
Trump did not provide further details but mentioned automakers and stated that the tariffs would apply generally.
He also confirmed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico while announcing new taxes on Chinese imports. According to Trump, the 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods will take effect on March 4. Additionally, he suggested he might impose an extra 10% tariff on Chinese imports.
