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EU Resumes US Trade Talks Amid Tariff Tensions

2/7/2026

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EU Resumes Trade Negotiations

The European Union is resuming negotiations on its trade deal with the United States after a suspension linked to President Donald Trump's tariff threats regarding Greenland.
Lawmakers halted the deal due to concerns over tariffs on European nations opposing Trump's plans.
The trade committee, led by German lawmaker Bernd Lange, plans to vote on the deal by February 24, 2020.
The EU may add a clause to suspend the agreement if U.S. actions threaten EU member security.
Many lawmakers criticize the deal as unbalanced, noting higher import duties for the EU compared to the U.S.

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Denmark Humorizes Dispute

The Denmark–U.S. dispute over Greenland has sparked humor and resistance tied to U.S. President Donald Trump, including a bakery selling moron cakes and apps to boycott goods.
Sales of red hats branded as Make America Great Again (MAGA), rebranded to Make America Go Away, have surged.
Danish leaders have firmly rejected Trump's claims, while citizens express frustration through humor.
Trend researcher Anne-Sophie Lahme notes humor helps Danes cope with tension.

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EU Resumes Trade Negotiations

The European Union is resuming negotiations on its trade deal with the United States after a suspension linked to President Donald Trump's tariff threats regarding Greenland.
Lawmakers halted the deal due to concerns over tariffs on European nations opposing Trump's plans.
The trade committee, led by German lawmaker Bernd Lange, plans to vote on the deal by February 24, 2020.
The EU may add a clause to suspend the agreement if U.S. actions threaten EU member security.
Many lawmakers criticize the deal as unbalanced, noting higher import duties for the EU compared to the U.S.

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