Europe Is Trying to ‘Trump Proof’ the Transatlantic Relationship
- EU officials are seeking to cement improved ties with the US
- Von der Leyen may secure steel pact at White House next month
Donald Trump
Photographer: Scott Olson/Getty ImagesThe European Union is looking at ways to lock down improvements in its working relationship with the US in case Donald Trump wins next year’s presidential election.
Officials from the European Commission, the EU’s executive arm, told senior trade officials from member states last week that they need to make agreements “Trump proof,” according to people briefed on the discussions.