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Macron unhappy with tariff deal, message to Trump and von der Leyen: It doesn't end here

2025-07-31 15:04:32Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Macron unhappy with tariff deal, message to Trump and von der Leyen: It
Ursula von der Leyen and Macron

"It doesn't end here." More than a promise, it sounds like a threat from French President Emmanuel Macron, who has once again targeted the agreement with the US on tariffs and the work of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, writes La Repubblica.

"We would have preferred," said French government spokeswoman Sophie Primas, "that this agreement had been concluded in the usual conditions of negotiation, that is, in an official context and not on a private golf course in Scotland."

The completely anti-institutional position and the president's behavior towards her counterpart presented an unacceptable image: defeat. Paris is the standard-bearer of criticism and this side is only increasing. Criticism of the agreement and distrust of Donald Trump are emerging more clearly and concern is increasing. In addition to Spain, Germany has also begun to moderate its enthusiasm. Even the Italian government, under pressure from many companies, is showing less enthusiasm than in previous days.

The Élysée’s main criticism is of the EU’s stance towards the US. “They are not afraid enough. Europe does not consider itself a powerful force. For us to be free, they must be afraid of us. They are not afraid enough,” Macron said. For this reason, “France has always maintained a firm and demanding position. It will continue to do so. This is not the end of history and we will not stop there.” Macron is aiming for “new exemptions” to “rebalance our trade, especially in services.”

The only positive side is the “stability and predictability” of the conditions under which export companies will operate. The French government in particular is pushing for an exemption for aviation equipment, wine and alcohol from the general 15% tariff.

The formal agreement is still being discussed, a statement should be presented tomorrow to formalize the agreement and suspend the previous tariffs. Europe is ready to freeze them for six months, starting August 4. But there are still many questions, gaps and doubts.

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed that there are still some issues to be resolved. First, the web tax. “On the table, there will be digital services taxes and attacks on our technology companies. There is still a lot to discuss.”

Commission Vice-President Teresa Ribera tried to defend von der Leyen by attacking the laziness of national governments. Meanwhile, the Commission has clarified some aspects of the agreement, especially those related to energy. The commitments made are not binding on companies that physically buy gas, oil and nuclear products. The EU will limit itself to facilitating contacts and contracts. It also stressed that $750 billion over three years is fully in line with current import levels, especially when considering the aim of eliminating purchases from Russia, which still amount to $23 billion a year.


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