Overview

• The trade framework fixes a 15% baseline tariff on most EU imports while carving out strategic sectors such as semiconductor capital equipment for zero-for-zero rates.
• The EU has pledged to purchase $750 billion of U.S. commodities including gas, oil, nuclear fuel and AI chips while directing $600 billion of investment into American industries.
• The pact establishes a transatlantic metals alliance to curb subsidized Chinese steel, aluminum and copper through aligned tariffs and safeguards.
• The United Kingdom secured lower tariff rates by meeting strict origin requirements, prompting debate among EU members over incentives for allied loyalty.
• The accord now moves to detailed legal drafting and requires approval from EU governments and the European Parliament before implementation.