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对华加征200%关税?G7国家全部反对,欧盟不跟,美只能拿印度撒气
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-17 04:37

Core Viewpoint - The proposal by U.S. Treasury Secretary Best to impose a 200% tariff on Chinese goods was met with silence from G7 leaders, indicating a lack of support from European nations due to economic considerations [3][6][14] Economic Impact on Europe - China has been the largest trading partner for the EU for several years, with trade volume exceeding several hundred billion euros in 2024 [3] - European industries such as automotive, luxury goods, and machinery heavily rely on the Chinese market, and following the U.S. proposal could result in over 100 billion euros in annual losses for Europe [3][5] - Imposing high tariffs on Chinese goods would increase living costs and trigger inflation in Europe, creating a dual challenge for governments in terms of fiscal and social stability [5] European Trade Policy - The EU's decision-making process requires consensus among multiple countries, making it more cautious in trade policy compared to the U.S. [5] - Previous debates within the EU regarding tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles highlight the complexity and challenges of reaching agreements on trade measures [5] U.S. and European Relations - Best's criticism of Europe as "lagging" is seen as politically charged and does not reflect the reality of recent EU actions, such as significant sanctions against Russia [6][12] - The EU maintains a more rational approach to trade with China, emphasizing cooperation and dialogue while asserting its strategic autonomy [12] Shift in U.S. Strategy - With the failure of the trade war against China and lack of European support, the U.S. is now turning its focus to India, attempting to impose high tariffs on Indian goods [13] - India's increasing emphasis on independence in international relations may hinder the effectiveness of U.S. pressure tactics [13]