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France ‘ready for this trade war’published at 09:14 British Summer Time
Paul Kirby
Europe digital editor
Image source, Getty ImagesSophie Primas said the EU had to remain strong and united on its response
France, like the rest of Europe, is grappling with a new trade reality this morning but, in the words of government spokeswoman Sophie Primas: “We are ready for this trade war.”
The European Union’s 27 member states are facing tariffs across the board of 20% and higher tariffs on some sectors such as cars. While the EU says it remains open to negotiation, its first response will come in mid-April to US 25% tariffs on aluminium and steel.
Then, says Sophie Primas, a second response will come targeting all US goods and…
