The European Union said that the United States imposed 30% tariffs to harm the interests of both sides, and will take countermeasures if necessary

On July 13th, local time on the 12th, European Union Commission President von der Leyen issued a statement saying that the European Union has taken note of a letter sent by US President Trump outlining revised tariff rates and a new timetable. The statement said that the United States' imposition of 30% tariffs on European Union exports will disrupt important supply chains on both sides of the Atlantic, harming businesses, consumers and patients on both sides. The statement said that globally, few economies can match the European Union in terms of openness and adherence to fair trade rules. The European Union remains committed to resolving differences with the United States through negotiations. The statement said the European Union remains ready to continue working to reach an agreement by August 1. At the same time, it will take all necessary measures to safeguard the interests of the European Union, < b > including proportionate countermeasures if necessary . At the same time, the European Union will continue to deepen its global partnership, firmly based on the principles of rules-based international trade.