Group 1 - The U.S. has postponed the implementation of "reciprocal tariffs" from July 9 to August 1, highlighting the uncertainty and unpredictability of U.S. tariff policies [1] - The U.S. proposed a draft agreement to the EU, offering limited tariff exemptions only for specific sectors like aircraft and spirits, while not addressing key EU concerns in automotive, steel, aluminum, and pharmaceuticals [1] - The EU is facing strategic confusion due to the chaotic timeline and the unpredictability of U.S. policies, complicating their negotiation strategy [1] Group 2 - Internal divisions within the EU are exacerbating the situation, with countries like France and Spain opposing concessions to the U.S., while export-dependent nations like Germany and Italy favor a quicker agreement [2] - EU diplomats are concerned about the lack of guarantees from the U.S. against future policy reversals, raising questions about whether the EU should rush to compromise to avoid punitive tariffs [2] - The EU is grappling with the dilemma of whether a hasty agreement at the cost of concessions is preferable to holding out for a mutually acceptable deal [2]
特朗普延长“对等关税”暂缓期 欧盟陷入战略迷茫
Yang Shi Xin Wen·2025-07-09 01:17