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Von der Leyen promotes trade agreements, Trump threatens tax conflict

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Published: January 22nd, 2025,
Last updated: January 25th, 2025

Ursula von der Leyen deliberately struck a different tone to Donald Trump in Davos.
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At the World Economic Forum in Davos yesterday, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen gave a speech that can be interpreted as a response to Donald Trump’s inauguration speech, even if she did not mention the new US President by name. „Our message to the world is simple: If there are mutual benefits in sight, we are ready to work with you,“ said von der Leyen, adding: „Europe is open to economic cooperation.“

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