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EU clears major hurdle on US tariff deal
Published 16 June 2026 ยท europe
Synopsis The European Parliament gave a final sign off on Tuesday to a tariff deal with the United States as the EU seeks to close
Synopsis The European Parliament gave a final sign off on Tuesday to a tariff deal with the United States as the EU seeks to close a volatile chapter of transatlantic trade relations. Another "safety net" measure gives the European Commission, in charge of EU trade policy, the power to suspend the pact if the United States fails to meet its commitments or disrupts trade and investment.
Published: June 16, 2026 โข 5:03 PM IST ยท Updated: June 16, 2026 โข 5:37 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis The European Parliament gave a final sign off on Tuesday to a tariff deal with the United States as the EU seeks to close a volatile chapter of transatlantic trade relations.
Another "safety net" measure gives the European Commission, in charge of EU trade policy, the power to suspend the pact if the United States fails to meet its commitments or disrupts trade and investment.