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French Trade Minister: EU Has Tools to Respond to US Tariffs

Published February 21, 2026, 17:10
French Trade Minister: EU Has Tools to Respond to US Tariffs

French Trade Minister Nicolas Forissier stated that the European Union has the tools to respond to the new tariffs imposed by the United States, calling on EU countries to adopt a common approach. The statement comes in response to Donald Trump's decision to impose an additional 10% tariff on imports, reacting to a decision by the US Supreme Court. Forissier is in discussions with his counterparts and the European Commission to determine the appropriate response. Potential responses include imposing tariffs on US products, restricting access for US companies to European contracts, and other trade sanctions. Forissier emphasized that Trump's threats have strengthened the unity of the EU, but the bloc must be ready to react.