Irish minister warns of trade war risks as U.S. prepares to impose 25% tariffs on EU cars.

Ireland's Trade Minister Simon Harris has urged the US and the EU to engage further to avoid a trade war, as the US plans to impose 25% tariffs on cars starting April 2. Harris emphasized that tariffs are bad for consumers and economies, and stressed the need for strong European unity. The Irish government is preparing for potential impacts on Irish jobs and pharmaceutical firms, highlighting the country's high exposure to US tariffs due to significant exports to the US.