Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Bart De Wever called the new EU-US trade deal “relief, not celebration,” praising Ursula von der Leyen’s efforts but warning tariffs remain, urging stronger EU markets and diversified trade ties.
As GVA News reported, Bart De Wever, the leader of N-VA, has shared a reaction to the new trade deal between the European Union and the United States. He described the agreement as “a moment of relief, but not of celebration.” De Wever pointed out that many important issues remain unsolved.
He spoke about the high import tariffs that remain in place for various industries, stating that they continue to put pressure on European businesses and reduce the value of the deal. He also mentioned that there are still no clear answers to important questions about how trade between Europe and the U.S. will work for a long time.
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In his message, Bart De Wever also gave credit to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and her team, saying their work to protect the bond between Europe and the United States was “commendable” in such tough times.
He pointed out how they kept talks going even when the political environment was tense and the U.S. was leaning more toward protectionist policies. At the same time, De Wever criticises America, saying the country is still stuck in what he calls “the illusion of protectionism.”
He added that he hopes the U.S. will one day return to the idea of free trade, which he believes is key to shared prosperity, and reminded that both Europe and the U.S. gain the most when trade is open and fair.
Bart De Wever spoke about what Europe should do next for trade. He said the EU needs to make its market stronger and cut rules that slow things down. He also said Europe must look for new trade partners so it does not depend too much on the United States or any one country. He ended by saying Europe should lead the way for open and fair trade in a world that is becoming more divided.
According to officials, the trade deal between the EU and the U.S. comes after months of tense talks over tariffs and market access. Both sides wanted to avoid a trade war like the one seen in recent years, which affects key industries such as steel, cars, and agriculture. Experts say the deal is important for keeping trade flowing, but it also shows how fragile global trade has become in today’s uncertain economy.
