<h1>EU Plans Strong Countermeasures Against US Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, Open to Dialogue but Ready to Defend Interests.</h1> The European Union has pledged to implement strong countermeasures in response to the US imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that these tariffs are detrimental to business and consumers, and the EU will act to protect its economic interests. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warned of a united EU response if necessary, noting the detrimental effects of trade wars. The EU, which previously targeted US exports like motorcycles and bourbon in retaliation for similar tariffs, remains open to dialogue but is prepared to defend its interests. The trade volume between the EU and the US is significant, with both goods and services being heavily traded.