一听到要跟中国打关税战，欧洲各国领导人低头沉默了

Group 1 - The G7 summit in June 2025 highlighted the economic tensions between the US and Europe, particularly regarding the proposed 200% tariffs on Chinese goods linked to Russian energy purchases, which left European leaders in silence due to their economic dependencies [1][3][5] - Europe’s economic reliance on China is significant, with trade volumes reaching $785.8 billion in 2024, making China a crucial market for major European economies like Germany, France, and Italy [3][5] - The proposed tariffs would severely impact European industries, particularly the German automotive sector, which relies heavily on Chinese sales, and the French luxury goods market, which is significantly dependent on Chinese consumers [5][11] Group 2 - The US has a history of exerting economic pressure on Europe, as seen in the 2025 tariff negotiations that resulted in a $1.3 trillion investment commitment from the EU and a $750 billion purchase of US energy, leading to a decline in trust among European nations [7][9] - European leaders are increasingly cautious of US unilateralism, with France and Germany expressing the need for Europe to maintain its independence and not become a pawn in US strategies [9][11] - In response to US pressures, Europe is strengthening ties with China, exemplified by a significant agreement on electric vehicle tariffs and ongoing high-level visits to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors [11][13] Group 3 - The silence from European leaders at the G7 summit signifies a rejection of US unilateralism and reflects a shift in the global economic landscape, where emerging economies are also moving towards a more multipolar approach [13][15] - The challenge for Europe lies in balancing its security reliance on the US with its economic ties to China, as any aggressive tariff actions from the US could provoke substantial retaliatory measures from Europe targeting key US industries [15]