Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

EU's Šefcovic: No Agricultural Standards in US Tariff Talks

5/23/2025

46 11

Summary

Story summary

EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefcovic firmly declared that agricultural standards are off the table in tariff talks with the US. While the EU pushes for a new trade deal featuring zero tariffs on non-agricultural goods, Šefcovic insists on a fair agreement, warning against punitive tariffs and readying countermeasures if discussions falter.

1 of 1

Story summary

EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefcovic firmly declared that agricultural standards are off the table in tariff talks with the US. While the EU pushes for a new trade deal featuring zero tariffs on non-agricultural goods, Šefcovic insists on a fair agreement, warning against punitive tariffs and readying countermeasures if discussions falter.