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Trade Chief Says New Tariffs Can Be Added Without Breaking EU and Japan Deals
The administration's trade chief stated that additional tariffs can be imposed while keeping existing agreements with the EU and Japan intact. The remarks addressed concerns over compliance with prior trade pacts.
Jun 4, 9:48 AM·1m read1 source
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The administration's trade chief said new tariffs can be imposed without violating existing trade agreements. The official stated that deals with the EU and Japan remain in force even if additional tariffs are added. The comments came in response to questions about whether new duties would breach prior commitments.
Background on the Agreements The EU and Japan pacts were negotiated in previous years and cover tariffs, regulatory cooperation, and market access. Officials have maintained that the core terms of those deals continue to apply. The trade chief did not specify which new tariffs might be considered or when any changes could occur.
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