EU trade ministers will meet in Brussels to discuss Trump's 30% tariffs on European goods, to be imposed by the EU from August 1.

The extraordinary meeting of EU trade ministers will address Donald Trump's decision to impose 30% tariffs on European goods. European officials are hoping for an agreement in principle with the US before the deadline. The EU has warned it will take protective measures, including proportionate countermeasures. Ministers will also discuss various trade agreements with other countries and difficult relations with China, stressing the need to diversify Europe's trade.