French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed serious concern over the temporary suspension of United States tariffs, calling the 90-day pause a “fragile” window for negotiation. In a post on X, Macron acknowledged that while the delay opens the door to diplomacy, significant uncertainties remain for businesses across both sides of the Atlantic.

“This 90-day pause means 90 days of uncertainty for all our businesses, on both sides of the Atlantic and beyond,” Macron wrote, referring to the tariffs imposed by the United States. These include 25% duties on steel, aluminum, and automobiles, along with a 10% tariff on all other products, which are still formally in place despite the temporary reprieve.

The French president emphasized the European Union’s collective commitment to engage in negotiations until what he described as “unfair” levies are fully removed. He added that the objective is to reach a “balanced” and mutually beneficial agreement between the U.S. and EU.

Macron also urged EU member states to prepare for the possibility that talks might fail. “Europe must continue to work on all necessary countermeasures and mobilize all available levers to protect itself,” he stated. He warned that the EU should also take precautions against third-country trade flows that could distort internal markets during this period of instability.

The remarks come amid broader tensions surrounding international trade policy and protectionism. Macron’s comments reflect European concern that the temporary nature of the pause could collapse, leading to a renewal of damaging tariffs if no consensus is achieved within the 90-day window.

As the deadline approaches, pressure mounts on both sides to find common ground. Macron’s statements serve as both a call for unity within Europe and a signal to Washington that the EU is prepared to defend its economic interests while seeking a fair resolution.