Trump threatens EU with tariffs over Canada’s status in the EU — Anadolu Agency
In the United States, President Donald Trump said he could impose high tariffs on the European Union or halt trade with Europe in many areas. He linked the possible measures to an initiative to grant Canada associate membership in the EU if he considers the move hostile toward Washington.
Trump’s statement
After arriving in North Carolina, Trump called the initiative ridiculous and said Canada had been a bad trading partner. According to him, if the EU’s intentions are good, it will not be a problem. At the same time, he said that if the intentions are bad, the United States will impose very high tariffs. This was reported by Anadolu Agency.
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Proposal for Canada
Earlier that day, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, speaking at the European Parliament, said the EU needed to develop new, closer partnerships amid mounting geopolitical and economic pressure. She said relations with Canada should be elevated to the highest possible level.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was present at the speech. Addressing him, von der Leyen said she would like to work on opening a path for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member. She also emphasized the shared values of Canada and Europe.
