Brussels, My Love? 2025: a turning point in the EU-US relationship?
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Dec 25, 2025 
Stefan Grobe, an EU correspondent and US expert at Euronews, dives into the tumultuous EU-US relationship of 2025. He reveals why Brussels accepted a lopsided trade deal under Trump and discusses the shift in trade policies from rules to raw power. Grobe highlights how domestic political dynamics, like Trump's standing ahead of the midterms, significantly influence US global power. He also sheds light on misconceptions Europeans have about US politics, providing an insightful look into the deeper challenges faced in transatlantic ties.
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Trade Shift From Rules To Power
- Global trade has shifted from rules-based cooperation to power-driven confrontation between blocs.
- Stefan Grobe says the EU signed the US trade deal largely because it had little choice under Trump.
Commission Chose Practical Compromise
- The European Commission compromised to secure a workable deal with a three-year Trump presidency in mind.
- Stefan Grobe suggests Brussels expects some of these concessions might be reversible later.
Critique Mixed With Counterproductive Tactics
- Trump highlighted real problems like China's market behavior but then applied blunt tariffs that hurt global trade.
- Stefan Grobe warns the full economic effects remain unclear and will take time to judge.