In three axes Our country’s moves will be supported in order to limit the adverse effects on the exports of primary sector products to the US after the announcement duties announced by the US president, Donald Trumpaccording to the Minister of Rural Development and Food, Costa Tsiara.
Speaking on the television station “Action24”, Mr. Tsiaras noted that these are the following:
First, Refirmation of EU policy in the primary sector. This option is imperative, as, as he pointed out, the EU is the largest exporter of agricultural products to the US.
Secondto attempt our country to exception from the measure of duties, in unique products, which do not affect US agricultural production, such as edible olives, feta and more.
Thirdly, to make decisions by the EU For the support of agricultural products produced by its Member States, as it is inconceivable to export European products and consumers of the Union countries to be forced to buy the same products from third countries at prices cheaper. In this particular case, the responsible minister must have noted the financial support of the EU products. to be more accessible to European consumers.
As the Minister of Rural Development and Food underlined any measures taken by each European country, it is subject to the control and approval of the European Commission, much more due to the implementation of the common agricultural policy.
Finally, speaking about the meeting of the Government Economic Policy, scheduled for the Prime Minister in Maximus on Monday, Mr Tsiaras said that our country’s policy would be examined there.