Trump Tariffs? Europe Braces but Has No Clear Strategy

The incoming president promised “tariffs all the way” unless Europe bought more U.S. oil and gas. European officials have no clear strategy for avoiding a trade war.

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Europe Has a Leadership Vacuum. How Will it Handle Trump?

With Germany and France both in political turmoil, the new administration of Donald J. Trump will begin at a time of instability for the continent.
The New York Times - 1d
Europe’s demand for Chinese tech transfers beats tariffs

Linking subsidies to intellectual property is the sort of strategic inclusion that fosters mutual benefits
Financial Times - 3d
Are Trump’s Tariffs Inevitable?

World leaders and C.E.O.s are struggling to convince President-elect Donald Trump to shift his position on imposing new levies against America’s trade partners and its rivals.
The New York Times - 4d
The Top Cybersecurity Agency in the US Is Bracing for Donald Trump

Staffers at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency tell WIRED they fear the new administration will cut programs that keep the US safe—and “persecution.”
Wired - 4d
Not ‘beautiful’: Why Trump’s tariff strategy could undermine North American trade

President Trump's proposed tariffs on China and his threat to raise tariffs to 25 percent for Canada and Mexico to force them to help control illegal immigration and the movement of drugs across ...
The Hill - Dec. 8
As Trump Threatens Tariffs, Europe and South America Strengthen Ties

The European Union and four South American countries have reached an agreement to establish one of the largest trade zones in the world.
The New York Times - Dec. 6
Analysis-China automakers pivot to hybrids for Europe to counter EV tariffs

Automakers in China are ramping up exports of hybrid vehicles to Europe and planning more models for the key market, exposing the limits of the European Union's electric vehicle tariff scheme. The ...
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5
Small Business Owners Brace for Trump’s Proposed Tariffs

While the impact of the proposed import duties will hit small businesses hard, many are awaiting their final form before calculating their own costs.
Inc. - Dec. 4
Europe lacks a monetary response to Trump

Uncertain inflationary effects leave the ECB hoping for the best
Financial Times - Dec. 3