Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on France
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs of up to 200% on French products after France signalled it may not join his proposed international “Board of Peace.” The warning marks a sharp escalation in trade rhetoric linked to diplomatic disagreements.
Dispute Over Peace Panel
Trump said the tariff threat was a response to France’s reluctance to participate in the proposed forum, which the U.S. administration has promoted as a platform for international engagement on conflict resolution and post-war stabilisation. The initiative has drawn mixed reactions from several countries.
France Pushes Back
French officials have indicated that Paris is not inclined to join the proposed panel at this stage. They have expressed concern over linking trade measures to foreign policy decisions, stressing that France’s diplomatic positions are not subject to external economic pressure.
Wider Trade Tensions
The latest warning adds to a series of tariff threats issued by Washington in recent weeks amid broader disagreements with European partners. The comments have raised concerns about renewed trade friction between the United States and the European Union.
