Group 1 - The core point of the news is the announcement of a trade agreement between the US and EU, which includes a framework for a quota system for steel and aluminum, referred to as the "Metal Alliance" [1][2] - The agreement aims to address the shared challenges faced by the steel industries in both the US and EU, particularly in relation to subsidized Chinese production affecting the global market [1][2] - The EU's proposal for a quota system is seen as a protectionist measure that may not effectively resolve structural issues within the US and EU industries [2][3] Group 2 - The trade dispute over steel and aluminum products between the US and EU has a long history, with the US imposing tariffs of 25% and later increasing them to 50% during Trump's presidency [2] - The EU's attempt to form a "Metal Alliance" is perceived as a strategy to protect its own industries while unfairly labeling China's industrial practices as "illegal subsidies" [2] - The success of the EU's proposal will depend on whether the US perceives tangible benefits from the alliance, indicating that further negotiations on steel and aluminum tariffs are likely [3]
欧盟想拉美国建“金属联盟”，专家：具有保护主义和歧视性
Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-07-30 22:52