The European Union has agreed to fast-track trade talks with the US in a bid to avoid President Trump's 50% tariffs — which, in an about-face, he announced would be delayed until July 9. "This is a positive event,

The European Union’s chief trade negotiator says he had “good calls” with Trump administration officials and was “fully committed” to reaching a trade deal by a July 9 deadline

The United States and the European Union have agreed to "fast track" negotiations after President Donald Trump decided to pause 50 percent tariffs on imports from the EU next month. Trump spoke with EU President Ursula von der Leyen this weekend and opted for a July 9 deadline to allow for negotiations.