'There's no winners in trade war'

Martin says EU's focus on tariffs deal with the US

- BY CILLIAN SHERLOCK

"NOBODY wins" if the US-EU tariff dispute continues, the Taoiseach has said, adding that the bloc is focused on arriving at a “negotiated settlement”.

Micheal Martin said it is “extremely important” to be able to provide certainty to the market and investors.

The EU is seeking a trade deal with US President Donald Trump's administration before July 9.

Speaking to reporters in Brussels, Mr Martin said: “Every effort has to be made to get a landing zone that we can live with.

“It's not ideal. It’s not optimal. Europe doesn’t want tariffs, but we have to deal with the situation that is before us.”