Investing.com -- Maros Sefcovic, the European Union’s trade commissioner, had a candid conversation with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer last Friday. During their discussion, Sefcovic expressed his viewpoint that the U.S. tariffs are unjustified and damaging.

Sefcovic shared details of the meeting on social media platform X. He pointed out that the trade relationship between the EU and the U.S. needs a new approach. He emphasized the EU’s commitment to meaningful negotiations, but also made it clear that the EU is ready to defend its interests.

The European Union’s trade commissioner did not elaborate further on the specifics of the conversation. He did, however, confirm that the parties will remain in contact, indicating ongoing dialogue on the matter.

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