Tag Archives: EU trade policy

In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent decision to implement a 90-day suspension on newly imposed tariffs, Ireland’s Tánaiste, Simon Harris, has emphasized the necessity for “serious, mature, rational debate” concerning international trade and tariffs. This development follows the U.S. administration’s earlier imposition of substantial tariffs on imports from various trading partners, which had led to market instability and …

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has reaffirmed that Ireland’s top priority is safeguarding jobs and economic stability, expressing confidence that the country will overcome the challenges posed by new US import tariffs. His comments came after US President Donald Trump announced a 20% levy on EU imports, igniting concern across European capitals and especially in Ireland due to the country’s heavy reliance …

Tánaiste Simon Harris has warned that Ireland’s pharmaceutical and chemical exports to the United States could be cut by as much as 50% over the next five years if the US proceeds with a proposed 20% tariff and the European Union imposes a reciprocal response. Currently, Ireland exports up to €58 billion worth of these goods to the US annually, …

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has confirmed that Ireland will make use of every available option—both within the EU framework and through direct engagement with the United States—to respond to new US tariffs expected to be introduced this Wednesday. The upcoming measures, dubbed “Liberation Day” by President Donald Trump, are anticipated to affect all countries, not just those with the largest trade …