MEPs visit Washington DC for transatlantic talks
Key Message
MEPs led by Brando Benifei will meet US congressional and administration counterparts to prepare for the next Transatlantic Legislators' Dialogue and to discuss developments including Ukraine, bilateral trade, EU‑NATO cooperation, the future of transatlantic ties and relations with China. The delegation includes Vice‑President Sophie Wilmès, Foreign Affairs Committee Chair David McAllister, International Trade Committee Chair Bernd Lange and Foreign Affairs Committee rapporteur for the US Michał Szczerba.
Context
The visit takes place against the backdrop of US President Donald Trump’s recent announcement of sweeping tariffs on global trade partners. Meetings scheduled include the House committee on strategic competition with China, the new House Foreign Affairs Committee leadership, the House EU Caucus, US State Department representatives, think tanks and the US Chamber of Commerce.
Implications
The trip signals parliamentary engagement on transatlantic relations, trade and security as MEPs prepare for the next TLD.
Sources
Official Documents
- Press release - MEPs travel to Washington DC to discuss transatlantic relations with US counterparts MEPs travel to Washington, DC to discuss Europe–US relations and bilateral trade ahead of the Transatlantic Legislators' Dialogue.
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