Merz and Macron want the EU to hit back harder — and faster — against trade threats

AI justification

[Auto-resolved by learned corrector: learned-map — A=MINT/B=NEUTRAL -> MINT (human chose this in 93% of 255 past reviews)] EU's rapid import‑blocking powers risk protectionism and trade harm, weakening global trade protections. | The proposal to grant the EU rapid trade-blocking powers has dual implications. Positively, it could protect domestic industries and reinforce fair trade practices, aligning with economic sovereignty goals. However, the risks of protectionism, trade wars, and arbitrary