According to AFP, Trump threatens to impose 200% tariffs on wine, champagne, and other alcoholic beverages from European Union countries in retaliation for the bloc's planned levies on American-made whiskey.
France prepares for trade battle with US over alcohol tariffs
French Economy Minister Eric Lombard called the move an "idiotic war" and vowed that the EU would not give in to U.S. pressure.
The politician warned that Europe would respond with similar tariffs, anticipating further escalation before negotiations.
French winemakers, who rely on the U.S. as a key export market, fear losses of up to €4 billion.
Minister Lombard has already spoken with U.S. officials, acknowledging deep disagreements and planning further talks in Washington.
On March 13, 2025, President Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to accuse the European Union of unfair trade practices.
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Source: IAR/AFP