Brussels, 24 July (LaPresse) – “The European Union takes note of the United States’ publication of the definitive remedial measures adopted as part of the Section 301 investigation concerning inaction in addressing trade in goods produced using forced labour. These measures establish a comprehensive tariff rate of 10 per cent for the EU and reintroduce additional tariff exemptions for the EU, such as those for cork and diamonds, which are in addition to those already provided for aircraft and components, generic medicines and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The EU welcomes the fact that this outcome is in line with the tariff commitments made by the United States under the EU-US Joint Declaration.” This was stated by the European Commission’s spokesperson for Trade, Olof Gill. “This,” the spokesperson added, “also provides a positive impetus to continue exploring further tariff exemptions and to deepen cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including risk management systems, economic security, artificial intelligence and digital issues, to name but a few. The EU has already fulfilled its obligations, as the EU’s tariff commitments came into force on 1 July 2026. Looking ahead, the EU expects the United States to continue to comply with the terms of the EU-US Joint Statement, including with regard to any remedial measures resulting from further investigations under Section 301. This is essential to continue ensuring that our respective markets enjoy the stability and predictability they so badly need.” The spokesperson went on to emphasise that “we will continue to work with the US Administration to ensure that the United States fully respects its commitments”.
Tariffs, EU: “Decision in line with agreement with the US, let’s continue the dialogue”
Brussels, 24 July (LaPresse) – “The European Union takes note of the United States’ publication of the definitive remedial measures adopted as part of the Section 301 investigation concerning inaction in addressing trade in goods produced using forced labour. These measures establish a comprehensive tariff rate of 10 per cent for the EU and reintroduce additional tariff exemptions for the EU, such as those for cork and diamonds, which are in addition to those already provided for aircraft and components, generic medicines and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The EU welcomes the fact that this outcome is in line with the tariff commitments made by the United States under the EU-US Joint Declaration.” This was stated by the European Commission’s spokesperson for Trade, Olof Gill. “This,” the spokesperson added, “also provides a positive impetus to continue exploring further tariff exemptions and to deepen cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including risk management systems, economic security, artificial intelligence and digital issues, to name but a few. The EU has already fulfilled its obligations, as the EU’s tariff commitments came into force on 1 July 2026. Looking ahead, the EU expects the United States to continue to comply with the terms of the EU-US Joint Statement, including with regard to any remedial measures resulting from further investigations under Section 301. This is essential to continue ensuring that our respective markets enjoy the stability and predictability they so badly need.” The spokesperson went on to emphasise that “we will continue to work with the US Administration to ensure that the United States fully respects its commitments”.
