Group 1 - The core issue is the imposition of a 30% tariff on EU goods exported to the US, which threatens €379 billion of EU exports and could cost each European citizen nearly €1,000 [1][2] - Germany, heavily reliant on exports to the US, faces significant risks, with a potential one-third reduction in profits for car manufacturers like Mercedes and BMW [2][3] - The immediate market reaction saw a €50 billion loss in European stock market value, with the DAX index dropping 2.3% [1][2] Group 2 - Internal discord within the EU is evident, with leaders like German Chancellor Merkel advocating for a softer approach towards the US, while French President Macron pushes for strong countermeasures [3][5] - The EU's trade ministers' meeting highlighted the divisions, resulting in a reduced countermeasure list from €72 billion to €50 billion, showcasing ineffective negotiation [5][6] Group 3 - The EU's relationship with China has deteriorated due to actions taken by Ursula von der Leyen, including sanctions that have led to a projected 40% drop in EU orders from China in 2024 [6][7] - The EU's long-standing dependence on the US has been exacerbated by strategic miscalculations, particularly in energy procurement, leading to higher costs for European consumers [7][8] Group 4 - The geopolitical landscape shows that the EU could have balanced relations among the US, China, and Russia, but has instead aligned closely with the US, jeopardizing access to the Chinese market [9] - Reports indicate that the combination of the US tariffs and worsening EU-China relations could lead to a 1.2% decline in German GDP and potential unemployment for 3 million people [9]
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Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-25 01:03