Europe Grapples with Trump's Influence Amid Economic Concerns

The European Union is preparing to engage with Donald Trump's transition team to mitigate potential economic and political disruptions following his election victory. The EU aims to secure continued US financial support for Ukraine and avoid high tariffs on European goods. In return, Trump expects EU backing for his tough stance on China, a demand made clear in pre-election discussions. The EU has been strategizing to "Trump-proof" itself, recalling past trade disputes and security threats during Trump's previous term, and is ready with both incentives and retaliatory measures.