EU Seeks to Prevent Trade Conflict with U.S. Despite Tariff Proposal Rejection

According to Odaily, an EU spokesperson stated on Tuesday that the European Union aims to avoid a trade war with the United States, despite the Trump administration's rejection of Brussels' proposal for 'zero-for-zero' tariffs on all industrial products. White House trade advisor Peter Navarro mentioned on Monday that for the EU to reach an agreement, it must reduce non-tariff barriers, including those caused by value-added tax and food safety regulations. The EU spokesperson emphasized, 'The situation remains unchanged. We want to avoid tariffs... We are waiting for our American counterparts to engage in a meaningful way.'