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Micheál Martin

Taoiseach of Ireland, Government of Ireland

2 articles · 29 April 2025 to 27 July 2025

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Said the deal brings clarity but acknowledged higher tariffs will make transatlantic trade more expensive and challenging.
Noted deep Irish-Canadian relations based on shared values and looked forward to working with the new government.

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Business

Trump and von der Leyen agree 15% tariff deal averting EU-US trade war

The agreement imposes a 15% tariff on most European goods including cars, below the 30% threatened but above the 10% baseline the EU sought, while Brussels commits to $750 billion in US energy purchases and $600 billion in additional investment.

Peter van den Berg27 July 20259 min read

Politics

European leaders welcome Carney victory as boost for transatlantic ties

Mark Carney's Liberal Party wins Canadian election as former central banker campaigns on standing up to Trump; EU and NATO allies signal deeper cooperation ahead of June summit in The Hague.

Clara Devereux29 April 20259 min read

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