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Elon Musk Advocates for Zero Tariffs and Free Trade Zone Between U.S. and Europe

Speaking at Italy's League Party meeting, Musk also called for increased freedom of movement as a response to Trump's 20% EU tariff policy.

Elon Musk speaks via video link with Matteo Salvini, leader of the Lega per Salvini Premier party, during the Lega party federal congress in Florence, Italy, on April 5, 2025.
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk, was being interviewed by the League party leader, Matteo Salvini.
Tesla and SpaceX's CEO Elon Musk gestures, as he attends political festival Atreju organised by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's Brothers of Italy (Fratelli d'Italia) right-wing party, in Rome, Italy, December 16, 2023. REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane/File Photo

Overview

  • Elon Musk proposed a 'zero-tariff' system and a free trade zone between the U.S. and Europe during a video-link appearance at Italy's League Party meeting.
  • Musk emphasized the importance of increased freedom of movement between Europe and North America, aligning this with his vision of economic integration.
  • His comments come days after President Donald Trump announced a 20% tariff on European Union countries, including Italy, sparking trade tensions.
  • Italian Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti, representing the League Party, urged diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation and avoid retaliatory tariffs.
  • Musk's statements reflect his alignment with right-wing European leaders and his ongoing influence in transatlantic economic and political discussions.