European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says such a partnership is for the European Union’s ‘common strength’ US president Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with “serious tariffs” and a cut to trade after the bloc proposed to make Canada its first ever associate member, calling the idea “laughable”. Suggesting the move was a “hostile act”, the US president told reporters he could put “very serious tariffs or stop trading with Europe”. He added: “If it’s a good intention, that’s fine. If it’s a bad intention, we’ll put very heavy tariffs on Europe.” Continue reading...
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THU · 2026-09-17 · 07:40 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0917-111928
NSR-2026-0917-111928News Report·EN·Diplomatic
Trump threatens EU with ‘serious tariffs’ after proposal to make Canada first associate member – Europe live
US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with "serious tariffs" and a trade cut in response to the EU's proposal to make Canada its first associate member. Trump described the idea as "laughable" and a "hostile act," stating he could impose "very serious tariffs or stop trading with Europe" depending on the EU's intentions.
Jakub KrupaThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2026-09-17 · 07:40 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with "serious tariffs" and a trade cut in response to the EU's proposal to make Canada its first associate member. Trump described the idea as "laughable" and a "hostile act," stating he could impose "very serious tariffs or stop trading with Europe" depending on the EU's intentions. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen indicated that such a partnership is intended to enhance the EU's "common strength." The article does not specify when these statements were made or the exact location of the discussions.
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Trump stated he could put 'very serious tariffs or stop trading with Europe' if the EU's intention is bad.
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European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen stated that such a partnership is for the EU's 'common strength'.
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Trump called the EU proposal to make Canada its first associate member 'laughable' and a 'hostile act'.
quoteDonald Trump
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US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with serious tariffs and a cut to trade.
quoteDonald Trump
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donald trump
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canada
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common strength
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