EU Worries New US Asks Risk Undermining Trade Deal: Supply Lines

European Union member states are scheduled to be briefed Wednesday on the latest in trade discussions with the US, and there are concerns in Brussels that tough negotiations over key issues aren’t over.

Earlier this month, US President Donald Trump’s administration sent the EU a fresh proposal for implementing “reciprocal, fair and balanced” trade, Bloomberg News reports today.

The US is seeking an opening to discuss the bloc’s legislation, including digital and technology rules as well as corporate compliance and climate-related regulations. Brussels has repeatedly said that maintaining autonomy is a red line, but that it will consult with the US on ...