Greer Says EU Tariff Deal Can Stand as US Pursues Forced-Labor Duties U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that the United States can adhere to its trade agreement with the European Union while implementing proposed tariffs related to forced-labor import enforcement. Greer mentioned he had communicated with European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic prior to the tariff proposal, confirming both parties’ commitment to compliance with the trade agreement. He expressed confidence that there is ample flexibility within the agreement to accommodate these new measures.

• U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer believes proposed forced-labor tariffs are compatible with the U.S.-EU trade agreement.
• Greer spoke with European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic before the proposal.
• Both U.S. and EU officials are committed to complying with the trade agreement.