Hey there! 😊 Let’s talk about something happening in the world that’s pretty important!
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel has a message for the European Union (EU): Don’t be intimidated by tariffs!
First off, what’s a tariff? It’s like a special tax that countries add to goods they bring in from other places. Imagine if your favorite candy from another country suddenly costs more because of an extra fee—that’s because of a tariff!
Recently, the United States talked about adding tariffs to products from the EU. Merkel believes that these tariffs might end up making things more expensive for people in the U.S. She thinks it’s important for the EU countries to stick together and stay strong.
Why is unity so important? When countries in the EU work as a team, they’re stronger. Kind of like how a soccer team plays better when everyone cooperates! 🥅⚽
Merkel suggests that instead of feeling scared or backing down, the EU should also consider responding if necessary. But she also believes it’s super important to keep talking and finding solutions together. She said, “I’m not saying we should break off our relations, but we must enter into negotiations.” 🤝
The big idea: By staying united and communicating, countries can solve problems and make sure everything stays fair. It’s like when friends have a disagreement—they talk it out and find a way to keep the friendship strong! 💪🌍
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
