Core Points - EU officials express concerns that new US demands could undermine a recently reached trade agreement that helped avoid a trade war [1] - The US has proposed a new "reciprocal, fair, and balanced" trade principle, which EU officials find excessively demanding [1] - The ongoing negotiations are focused on the implementation of a trade agreement that imposes a 15% tariff on most EU imports [1] Group 1 - The US is seeking discussions on EU legislative matters, including digital and technology rules, corporate compliance, and climate-related regulations [1] - The EU emphasizes the importance of maintaining regulatory autonomy while being open to negotiations on each topic [1] - Recent measures have been taken by both parties to implement the trade agreement, confirming a 15% tax rate on European cars [1] Group 2 - The EU has proposed legislation to lower tariffs on US industrial products and some non-sensitive agricultural goods, pending approval from the European Parliament [2] - Negotiations to reduce the 50% tariffs on US steel and aluminum products have made little progress, with the EU planning to impose similar tariffs on foreign steel imports exceeding certain quotas [2] - Concerns arise over the US expanding the scope of tariffs on steel and aluminum while potentially imposing additional tariffs on medical devices and related technologies [2]