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US and EU Make Progress in Trade Talks, While Vietnam Negotiations Also Advance

The US and EU have exchanged documents outlining key issues for discussion, including tariffs and digital tax, as trade talks between the two sides intensify. Meanwhile, negotiations with Vietnam have also made progress.
The United States and the European Union have entered into serious discussions regarding a trade agreement.

Recently, both parties have exchanged documents detailing the topics to be discussed, including tariffs and the EU's digital tax, as well as investment opportunities.This exchange of documents represents a breakthrough in negotiations between the two sides, following initial disputes that led to the imposition of reciprocal tariffs.

The progress was made possible after US Trade Representative Jameson Greer warned European diplomats of growing frustration within the Trump administration over the EU's refusal to submit written proposals, which could lead to the reinstatement of 20% tariffs.However, EU Trade Commissioner Sabine Weyand cautioned member states that some American tariffs are likely to remain in place, particularly on steel and cars, even after negotiations.

EU trade ministers also clarified that the recently agreed-upon outline between the US and the UK does not serve as a basis for their own agreement.

'We will not be satisfied with that kind of deal,' said Benjamin Dousa, Swedish Trade Minister.Meanwhile, the EU has agreed to reduce its dependence on China for raw materials and medicines in response to American demands.

In related news, negotiations between Vietnam and the US have also made progress.

According to reports, high-level meetings were held recently, with Vietnam's trade ministry stating that the talks demonstrate both countries' commitment to stable economic, trade, and investment relations.These negotiations come on the heels of a decision to impose high tariffs on Vietnam due to the significant trade deficit between the two nations, which stood at $123.5 billion last year.

In an effort to reduce this deficit, Vietnam has proposed several measures, including tariff reductions and limiting the entry of Chinese goods destined for the US.Despite these efforts and ongoing discussions with other countries, including Japan, India, and South Korea, President Trump has reiterated his threat to reimpose tariffs as early as the coming weeks.

In a conversation with business leaders in the Emirates, Trump claimed that '150 countries' wanted to reach agreements but stated that it was impossible to meet with everyone who wants to negotiate.

As a result, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bensen and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will send letters updating countries on the need to pay for doing business with the US.
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