Tariff Talks Progress for Spirits Sector in EU-US Trade Deal

Discussions between the EU and US are ongoing about potentially exempting wines and spirits from tariffs in a trade deal. Progress is more advanced regarding spirits compared to wines, according to a senior European Commission official.

Talks between the European Union and the United States are intensifying over possible tariff exemptions for wines and spirits in a forthcoming trade agreement, a senior European Commission official confirmed on Monday.

The official revealed that negotiations have advanced further in the spirits sector compared to wines.

This development signals a potential breakthrough in trade discussions, which is crucial for stakeholders vying for beneficial terms in the trade agreement.