Trump's Tariffs: The Impact on Europe and Bulgaria

Thursday, Aug 14, 2025

Trump’s trade war threats and reciprocal tariffs impact global economy, including the EU partnership.

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Donald Trump returned to the US presidency at the beginning of this year, and one of his main tasks has been introducing “reciprocal tariffs” for essentially the entire rest of the world, including the European Union, a long-standing strategic partner of the United States. The Trump tariff saga has unfolded over months, accompanied by constant threats to impose high tariffs followed by negotiations and concessions, effectively turning it into a game with the global economy on the brink of a trade war in which Trump entered expecting his country to be in a winning position.


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