Group 1 - The core agreement between the US and EU involves a new framework for transatlantic tariffs, with the US imposing a 15% import tariff on most EU goods, significantly higher than the previous average of 4-5% [2][3] - The EU has made substantial concessions, including reducing tariffs on US industrial goods to zero and agreeing to import an additional $750 billion worth of US energy products by 2028 [3][6] - The agreement has faced strong criticism from European politicians and industry leaders, who argue it undermines EU economic interests and strategic autonomy, with some calling it a capitulation to US pressure [4][5][6] Group 2 - The agreement includes a "zero-tariff list" for certain US products, but does not alleviate the existing 27.5% tariff on EU automobiles, which will remain until the EU makes legislative proposals to reduce tariffs on US industrial goods [2][3] - The French government has vocally opposed the agreement, labeling it a "dark day for Europe" and calling for the EU to develop countermeasures against US pressure [5] - The Italian wine and spirits industry is particularly affected, facing a 15% tariff without any exemptions, which could lead to significant economic losses estimated at over €2 billion annually [5][6] Group 3 - The agreement has sparked a debate within Europe about the need for a more unified and strategic approach to external trade relations, emphasizing the importance of internal cohesion [7] - Critics argue that the concessions made by the EU could set a dangerous precedent, allowing the US to leverage economic pressure for further concessions in the future [6][7] - The ongoing discussions highlight the challenge for the EU in balancing its partnership with the US while protecting its own core interests in a changing global trade landscape [7]
欧美关税新协议引发欧盟内强烈批评
Jing Ji Ri Bao·2025-08-27 22:12