The European Commission has demanded the United States adhere to the terms of a 2025 EU-U.S. trade agreement following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that overturned former President Donald Trump's global tariffs. The decision, issued on February 20, 2026, led Trump to impose temporary 10% tariffs, later raised to 15%, sparking sharp criticism from EU officials.
In a statement released February 22, the Commission emphasized that Washington must provide clarity on its next steps, warning that unpredictable tariffs disrupt global markets. "A deal is a deal," the EU executive declared, referencing last year's pact, which capped U.S. tariffs on most EU goods at 15% and eliminated duties on aircraft and spare parts.
The EU's strengthened stance follows Saturday's discussions between EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and U.S. counterparts, where concerns over fair transatlantic trade were reiterated. The Commission highlighted that the recent tariff hikes contravene the 2025 agreement's goal of fostering "mutually beneficial" economic ties.
Analysts suggest the dispute could strain diplomatic relations ahead of key APEC and WTO meetings this year, with global investors closely monitoring potential ripple effects across Asian and European markets.
