附加新条款后 欧洲议会更接近批准美欧贸易协议

Core Points - The European Parliament is moving closer to approving a trade agreement with the United States, following adjustments agreed upon by senior lawmakers before a planned vote this month [1][2] Group 1: Trade Agreement Details - The European Parliament's Trade Committee confirmed a vote scheduled for February 24 [1][2] - A sunset clause will be included in the agreement, which states that the agreement will expire in March 2028 unless extended [1][2] - The U.S. will be given six months to reduce the current 50% tariffs on products made with steel and aluminum [1][2] Group 2: Potential Consequences - If the U.S. fails to lower the tariffs on these metal products to 15%, the EU will consider reinstating tariffs on U.S. industrial imports and certain agricultural food products [1][2] Group 3: Political Support - Major political groups, including the center-right European People's Party and the Social Democratic Progressive Alliance, support these amendments [1][2] - The full European Parliament will still need to vote on the amendments, and any changes must be agreed upon in negotiations with member states [1][2]