France's trade minister Sophie Primas announced that Europe is prepared to implement new trade defense measures if relations with the US worsen after Donald Trump's return to the White House. The EU has tools like the anti-coercion regulation to protect against external pressures, which could include tariffs and quotas. The European Commission aims to engage positively with the new US administration while being ready to counteract if necessary. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)