European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic is scheduled to travel to the United States on Monday to engage in high-level talks over ongoing trade tensions. The visit follows a temporary pause by U.S. President Donald Trump on the implementation of a 20% tariff on European exports, which had triggered concerns about a transatlantic trade conflict.

Commission spokesperson Olof Gill confirmed the visit and emphasized that Sefcovic is traveling "in good faith to try and find solutions that can benefit us all." He noted that the European Union remains committed to finding mutually beneficial agreements, stressing the importance of avoiding any actions that might escalate tensions further or harm the global economy.

“We are willing to find win-win outcomes,” Gill stated. “We are aiming for mutually beneficial deals to avoid tariffs and any harmful escalation that would be damaging to both sides of the Atlantic and the world economy.”

Despite the positive tone, the EU continues to prepare retaliatory measures in the event that negotiations do not produce favorable results. While welcoming the U.S. administration’s willingness to delay immediate action on tariffs, European leaders remain cautious about the long-term outcome of the talks.

Sefcovic’s visit signals the EU’s readiness to engage in constructive dialogue and avoid a trade war, while at the same time standing firm on its right to protect European economic interests. As both sides navigate sensitive issues related to tariffs and market access, the outcomes of these discussions could significantly shape future trade relations between two of the world’s largest economic blocs.

The visit marks a pivotal moment for U.S.-EU relations, with business leaders and global markets closely watching for signs of resolution or further disruption.