US commerce secretary says Europe must open markets to get lower tariff deal

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The United States is pushing the European Union to open its markets. This is to avoid a 30% tariff threatened by President Donald Trump. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says the EU seems willing to negotiate. Trump wants increased access for U.S. firms. The final decision rests with Trump. He believes a deal with the EU is possible.