Taoiseach Micheál Martin condemned the US decision to impose 20% tariffs on imports from Ireland and the EU, arguing there is 'no justification' for such actions. He expressed concern over the potential economic harm, stating that tariffs could drive inflation and endanger jobs on both sides of the Atlantic. He advocated for open and free trade, emphasizing the importance of maintaining good relations between the EU and the US. Martin called for measured EU responses and highlighted the need for dialogue over confrontation to protect jobs and the economy.
According to Taoiseach Micheál Martin, the imposition of 20% tariffs on Irish and EU imports to the US lacks justification and is detrimental to both sides.
Taoiseach Martin emphasized that such tariffs harm the integrated EU-US relationship and could jeopardize jobs, stating that 'tariffs drive inflation, hurt people on both sides of the Atlantic'.
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