Trump Says He’s in ‘No Rush’ to End Tariffs During Meeting with Italy’s Meloni

Apr 18, 2025 Komal Das

Trump said he's "in no rush" for trade deals, stressing that tariffs are making the U.S. wealthy and giving it leverage over other countries

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Trump believes tariffs will benefit the U.S., despite economic concerns, and reduced EU tariffs temporarily after a bond market panic

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Trump called trade talks easier and confirmed tariffs will stay, with China’s TikTok decision potentially influencing them

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Meloni stressed U.S.-Europe unity and the need to resolve trade and security tensions, telling Trump, "The goal is to make the West great again"

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The EU defends its $1.8 trillion trade with the U.S., but Trump’s tariffs, aimed at excluding China, have frustrated allies and raised doubts about his trustworthiness

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Trump defended tariffs, blamed the Federal Reserve for rising rates, and claimed there is "essentially no inflation"

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The EU met with Trump officials on tariffs. Meloni aligns with Trump on values but differs on Ukraine and defense. She's seen as a key link to Europe

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Meloni opposes Trump’s tariffs, warning against dividing the West. Italy’s $45B trade surplus with the U.S. is at risk, as tariff tensions cut its growth forecast

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Trump hiked China tariffs to 145%, claimed progress with Japan, and is focusing trade talks on top economies, with South Korea next

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