Brussels reiterates and strengthens its defense of Spain following what the Commission itself describes as a "commercial threat from President Trump." In a statement signed by the Trade spokesperson, Olof Gill, the European Commission emphasizes that it maintains "full solidarity with all Member States and all their citizens".
"And, through our common trade policy, we are ready to act if necessary to safeguard the interests of the EU," the text adds. This represents a further step from what was indicated yesterday by the spokesperson himself, who stated that "the Commission will always ensure the interests of the EU."
Brussels also emphasizes one of its usual messages: that the EU and the US signed an agreement last summer, and that pact must be respected and applied to all countries that are part of the Union. Therefore, also to Spain. "The EU and the United States concluded an important trade agreement last year. The European Commission expects the United States to fully respect the commitments made in our Joint Declaration," the statement specifically points out.
The Executive led by Ursula von der Leyen adds that "it is more important than ever" to protect trade between the European Union and the United States because it is "deeply integrated," "mutually beneficial," and "clearly in the interest of both parties." "We will continue to defend stable, predictable, and mutually beneficial transatlantic trade relations for the benefit of all," the text concludes.