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Ireland sees EU consensus for 'calm, measured' response to Trump tariffs

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on April 7, 2025

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· Last updated: April 7, 2025

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Ireland Advocates Calm EU Response to Trump's Tariffs

DUBLIN (Reuters) - Ireland's trade minister on Monday said he believes there is a strong consensus among European Union countries for a "calm, measured" response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and that U.S. digital services will not be targeted at this point.

"I've spoken to most of my European counterparts... and my strong sense now is that the majority view by some distance is to take a calm, measured response and to try and get the U.S. to the table," Simon Harris told Newstalk Radio.

Targeting digital services is "highly unlikely at this stage," he said.

(Writing by Conor Humphries; editing by Sarah Young)

Key Takeaways

  • Ireland's trade minister advocates for a calm EU response.
  • EU unlikely to target U.S. digital services.
  • Majority of EU countries support measured actions.
  • Efforts focus on bringing the U.S. to negotiation.
  • Simon Harris emphasizes diplomacy over retaliation.

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The article discusses the EU's calm response to U.S. tariffs imposed by President Trump, as advocated by Ireland's trade minister.
Will the EU target U.S. digital services?
According to Ireland's trade minister, targeting U.S. digital services is highly unlikely at this stage.
What is Ireland's role in the EU's response?
Ireland's trade minister, Simon Harris, is advocating for a calm and measured EU response to the U.S. tariffs.

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