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The European Union is moving swiftly to turn a delay in U.S. tariffs into a long-term diplomatic solution. President Donald Trump has postponed a planned 50% tariff on EU imports until July 9, citing positive communication with European leaders.
This delay follows what Trump called a “very nice call” with Ursula von der Leyen. In response, the EU is speeding up efforts to reach a comprehensive trade agreement with the U.S., hoping to prevent any escalation.
With economic stakes high, figures like Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni are advocating for minimal trade barriers. Brussels has renewed its offer to eliminate tariffs on industrial and automotive goods, a gesture aimed at de-escalation.