The European Union is making strides towards a €50 billion trade agreement with the United States, as indicated by the EU trade commissioner. With negotiations resuming, the EU plans to present new trade proposals to US negotiators next week. Amidst the escalating trade war and the imposition of tariffs, European leaders are outlining strategies, including potential retaliation tactics against Trump’s tariffs. As the EU aims to boost purchases of US goods significantly to balance trade, the dynamics of these negotiations are crucial for the future of transatlantic trade relations.