WASHINGTON: (Web Desk) – European Union lawmakers on Wednesday signaled a restart of efforts to approve a crucial trade agreement with the United States after President Donald Trump stepped back from his earlier threat to take control of Greenland. The European Parliament had paused the ratification process in January amid rising political tensions, but lawmakers now say progress can resume if Washington respects EU sovereignty and existing commitments.
Bernd Lange, chair of the European Parliament’s trade committee, said members remain committed to swiftly advancing legislation to remove tariffs on US industrial goods, provided the United States honors the EU-US trade deal concluded in July 2025 and respects the territorial integrity of EU member states. The committee may decide on implementation at its February 24 meeting, ahead of a full parliamentary vote.
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The EU and the US reached the deal last year after prolonged negotiations triggered by Washington’s imposition of 15 percent tariffs on European goods. Lawmakers had delayed approval after Trump threatened additional tariffs on several European countries over Greenland. Although Trump has since withdrawn those demands, EU lawmakers warned that any future threats could lead to suspension clauses being activated. They also reiterated objections to ongoing US tariffs of 50 percent on European steel and aluminum, stressing that tariff-free access for US metals would only be possible if duties are reduced to agreed levels.
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