German Chancellor Merz stated on February 18 that if the United States breaches the agreement reached with the European Union in August 2025 and continues to pressure through high tariffs, Germany and Europe will retaliate with high tariffs as well. Merz also said that during his next visit to the United States, he will clearly express to America that if they go too far, Europeans are fully capable of defending their own interests. (CCTV International News)
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Mertz warns the United States not to be too excessive in imposing tariffs.
German Chancellor Merz stated on February 18 that if the United States breaches the agreement reached with the European Union in August 2025 and continues to pressure through high tariffs, Germany and Europe will retaliate with high tariffs as well. Merz also said that during his next visit to the United States, he will clearly express to America that if they go too far, Europeans are fully capable of defending their own interests. (CCTV International News)