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Exclusive-EU Has Adapted to US Unpredictability, Foreign Policy Chief Says
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on March 17, 2026
1 min readLast updated: March 17, 2026
Quick Summary
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says the EU has learned to expect U.S. unpredictability since Trump’s return in March 2025, and now responds with measured calm and preparedness.
EU Adapts to US Unpredictability, Says Foreign Policy Chief Kallas
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BRUSSELS, March 17 (Reuters) - The European Union has started taking the unpredictability of the United States into account one year after President Donald Trump returned to the White House, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Tuesday.
Kallas Comments on Transatlantic Relations
"Of course, we are allies with America, but we don't really understand their moves recently," Kallas told Reuters in an interview.
Adapting to Uncertainty: EU's New Approach
"I think it is pretty clear after this one year that the word that we have to take into account is unpredictability. So we are now more calm because we are expecting the unpredictable things to happen all the time, and take it as it is, put some ice in our hats and be calm and stay focused," she added.
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Andrew Gray; Writing by Gianluca Lo Nostro; Editing by Bart Meijer)
Key Takeaways
- •Since President Trump’s return one year ago, unpredictability has become a defining factor in EU–U.S. relations, prompting Europe to adopt a more cautious and resilient posture.
- •EU states maintain that while America remains a key ally, they have adjusted to volatility by preparing for abrupt shifts and safeguarding strategic autonomy.
- •Recent incidents — including tariff threats over Greenland and criticism in the U.S. national security strategy — have underscored the EU’s need to balance diplomacy with realistic contingency planning.
Frequently Asked Questions about Exclusive-EU has adapted to US unpredictability, foreign policy chief says
1How has the EU responded to US unpredictability?
The EU has started factoring in US unpredictability and remains calm, expecting unexpected changes in American policy.
2Who commented on the EU's foreign policy stance?
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas discussed the Union's approach during an interview with Reuters.
3When did President Trump return to the White House?
The article references President Trump's return to the White House one year prior to the interview.
4What is the main message from Kaja Kallas regarding EU-US relations?
Kallas emphasized the importance of staying calm and focused, expecting unpredictability in US actions.
