EU Stands Firm Amidst U.S. Trade Tensions: A Diplomatic Challenge

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confidently addressed lawmakers in the Bundestag on Tuesday, conveying his belief that a resolution to the trade conflict with the United States remains within reach.

Merz noted that discussions with the U.S. president have highlighted a mutual interest in ongoing cooperation between the EU and the U.S., suggesting an optimistic outlook toward resolving the economic tensions by early July.

Despite this optimism, Merz cautioned that should diplomacy fail, the European Union is prepared to assertively safeguard its trade interests, marking a firm stance amidst geopolitical uncertainties.

(With inputs from agencies.)