The recent escalation of the US’ tariff policy has placed EU-US economic relations under significant strain. The trade deal signed in Scotland avoided the worst-case scenario of unthinkable tariff rates and offered some temporary relief but many details of the trade agreement remain unresolved. This leaves businesses uncertain about future trade conditions.
So far, Brussels has been conciliatory, keeping the door open to dialogue, but at the cost of accepting a highly criticised and deeply unbalanced deal. This raises many questions: Are we entering a new era of protectionism or simply witnessing high-stakes bargaining? How can Europe defend its economic interests while preserving strategic alliances? And what lies ahead for transatlantic trade?
CEPS is delighted to be hosting Mr. Leopoldo Rubinacci, Deputy Director-General at DG TRADE, for this timely discussion.
Breakfast will be provided from 9:00 to 9:30.
