EU Car Tariffs: A Brewing Trade Tension

Germany voices concern over U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on auto imports from the EU. The German economy ministry confirms its close coordination with the EU Commission as discussions with Washington continue. Trump alleges the EU has not honored its trade commitments with the U.S.

Germany has expressed concern over U.S. President Donald Trump's recent announcement to hike tariffs on auto imports from the European Union. The German economy ministry confirmed it is in close communication with the EU Commission as negotiations with Washington unfold.

The ministry assured that Europe aims to work cohesively in strategizing its response to the tariff increase, which Trump announced Friday, stating a hike to 25% on cars and trucks from the EU.

President Trump justified the increase by claiming the European Union had failed to comply with their trade agreement with the U.S., marking another episode in the ongoing trade tensions.