Germany has strongly opposed US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 25% tariff on imported cars and car parts, declaring that it “will not give in” to economic pressure. German officials emphasized that Europe must respond firmly to the tariffs, which they view as an unfair trade barrier.

The move has sparked outrage across major global economies, with strong reactions from key international leaders. French President Emmanuel Macron dismissed the tariffs as “a waste of time” and “incoherent.” Canada has condemned the decision as a “direct attack” on its economy, while China has accused the United States of violating international trade regulations.

The financial markets reacted swiftly to the announcement, with auto industry stocks taking a sharp hit. Carmakers from Japan to Germany saw their shares decline, while in the US, General Motors’ stock dropped by 7% and Ford’s fell by more than 2%.

Trump has escalated tensions further by threatening even harsher tariffs if Europe collaborates with Canada in ways that he perceives as economically harmful to the United States. The growing trade dispute raises concerns about global economic stability, as major nations prepare potential retaliatory measures against the US.

As tensions rise, the world watches closely to see how the European Union and other affected countries will respond, and whether negotiations can de-escalate the brewing trade war.