May 25 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Sunday said he has agreed to delay imposing a 50% tariff on European goods until July 9 to allow more time for trade negotiations.
Trump announced the decision in a post on his Truth Social media platform, saying he made the decision following a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who had requested the extension.
"I agreed to the extension -- July 9, 2025 -- It was my privilege to do so," he said in the statement. "The Commission President said that talks will begin rapidly. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"
In a statement of her own published prior to Trump's announcement, von der Leyen said she had a "good call" with the American president, and that to reach a "good" trade deal, they would need until July 9.
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