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Macron Urges EU to Retaliate Against U.S. Tech Tariffs

8/28/2025

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French President Emmanuel Macron called for EU ministers to consider retaliatory measures against U.S. tech tariffs.
EU industry chief Stéphane Séjourné suggested reviewing the EU-U.S. trade deal if deregulation demands continue.
The European Commission defended its digital services rules, stating they apply equally to all companies in the EU.
Macron emphasized the need for Europe to take a stronger stance in trade negotiations.

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French President Emmanuel Macron called for EU ministers to consider retaliatory measures against U.S. tech tariffs.
EU industry chief Stéphane Séjourné suggested reviewing the EU-U.S. trade deal if deregulation demands continue.
The European Commission defended its digital services rules, stating they apply equally to all companies in the EU.
Macron emphasized the need for Europe to take a stronger stance in trade negotiations.