The EU says the U.S.'s imposition of a 30% tariff harms both sides' interests and will take countermeasures if necessary.

On July 13, local time on the 12th, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen issued a statement, noting that the EU has taken note of the letter from US President Donald Trump, which outlines the revised tariff rates and new timeline. The statement said that the United States' imposition of a 30% tariff on EU exports would disrupt important supply chains on both sides of the Atlantic, harming the interests of businesses, consumers and patients on both sides. Globally, few economies can match the EU in terms of openness and adherence to fair trade rules. The EU has always been committed to resolving its differences with the United States through negotiations. The EU remains ready to continue working towards an agreement by August 1. At the same time, it will take all necessary measures to safeguard the EU's interests, including proportionate countermeasures if necessary. At the same time, the EU will continue to deepen global partnerships, firmly based on the principles of rules-based international trade. (CCTV) [BlockBeats]