Trump Signals No Urgency to End Tariffs in Meeting with Italy’s Meloni
In a recent meeting at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump told Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni that he is “in no rush” to conclude trade negotiations with the European Union, citing the substantial revenue generated by existing tariffs. Trump emphasized that while he is open to reaching a “fair deal,” the current tariffs are financially beneficial to the U.S., reducing the urgency for swift agreements .LBC
The discussions between Trump and Meloni centered on the 25% import tariffs imposed on EU goods, including steel, aluminum, and automobiles. While Meloni expressed concern over the potential escalation of trade tensions, she remained optimistic about finding a resolution, describing Trump as a “dealer” with whom agreements can be reached .The Guardian ANSA.it
Despite the temporary 90-day suspension of some EU tariffs, Trump indicated that any trade agreements would be pursued at a later time, aligning with his previous statements that the U.S. is “open, available, and ready to make deals for countries that take this seriously” .Breitbart
Looking ahead, Meloni announced that Trump has accepted an invitation to visit Rome, signaling a potential future summit aimed at addressing broader U.S.-EU trade relations .The Guardian
