Tánaiste calls for EU-US trade talks after Trump announces more new tariffs

Simon Harris urges negotiation over tariffs as Trump targets Ireland’s pharmaceutical exports and raises car import duties

President Donald Trump gestures after speaking at a reception celebrating Women's History Month in the East Room of the White House, Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Washington. Picture: AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein

The Tánaiste has said the EU wants to "sit down" with the Trump administration to reach a trade agreement after the latest announcement regarding tariffs on cars and pharmaceuticals.

US President Donald Trump singled out Ireland as he pledged to impose tariffs on pharmaceutical imports to the US.