Group 1 - The global tariff war initiated by the Trump administration has significantly impacted the economic landscape, affecting both developed and developing countries, leading to widespread negotiations with the U.S. [1] - The U.S. announced a 30% punitive tariff on EU imports, marking the third round of tariff escalations, following previous tariffs of 50% on steel and aluminum and 25% on automobiles and parts [3] - Germany's industrial output fell by 3.6% year-on-year, with a 2.1% decrease in employment in the industrial sector, equating to 114,000 jobs lost, indicating a deteriorating industrial environment [6] Group 2 - German officials have expressed strong opposition to U.S. trade policies, with the Vice Chancellor stating that the EU will take reciprocal measures to protect European jobs and businesses if negotiations fail [8] - The EU is considering implementing a "tool against economic coercion," allowing it to impose trade and investment restrictions on countries that engage in economic coercion [8] - The EU's new digital regulations will significantly impact U.S. tech giants, enforcing strict limitations on monopolistic practices and aiming to create a fair competitive environment for smaller businesses [12] Group 3 - The ongoing trade tensions are expected to lead to negative economic growth for Germany in 2023-2024, with forecasts for 2025 being adjusted to zero growth due to U.S. trade policies [15] - Germany's response strategy has shifted to a combination of hard and soft measures, maintaining a strong stance in emerging areas like digital taxes while leaving room for negotiation in traditional trade [18] - The EU is actively pursuing trade agreements with other markets, such as the Southern Common Market and India, to reduce reliance on the U.S., indicating a potential reshaping of global trade dynamics [21]
不服就干!德国通告全球,打响反击第一枪,特朗普彻底失算了
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-09-05 02:25