Trump accuses EU of helping China evade tariffs

The Trump administration has launched accusations against the European Union, claiming that it is helping China evade U.S. tariffs through an international network for re-exporting goods. These assertions arise amid ongoing trade tensions between the United States and its key partners, including the European bloc.

The statements come four months after a visit to Beijing by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, where nineteen agreements on economic, technological, and trade cooperation were signed between Spain and China, reinforcing bilateral relations at a critical time in trade negotiations.

Additionally, Trump has indicated that tariff evasion results in significant losses for the U.S. economy, estimating an annual loss of up to $26 billion, which exacerbates ongoing trade tensions.