Washington: US President Donald Trump Sunday brushed off concerns over the EU's potential ban on US food imports, arguing that his trade policies are fair and beneficial to the US. Asked by reporters about European countries saying they will ban US food imports in response to his tariffs, Trump dismissed the significance of such a move, insisting that Europe would suffer more than the US.

According to Anadolu Agency, Trump stated, "That's alright. I don't mind. Let them do it," emphasizing that any such ban would primarily harm European interests. He maintained a confident stance, suggesting that the reciprocity in tariffs would ultimately be advantageous for the United States.

Trump reiterated his stance on reciprocal tariffs, emphasizing that the US should impose the same tariffs on other countries that they apply to American goods. "We're having reciprocal tariffs. Whatever they charge, we charge. Very simple," he explained. He cited India as an example, noting that if a certain country with high tariffs charges the US a certain amount, the US would reciprocate with equivalent tariffs.

He also claimed that even the media recognized the fairness of his trade policies and insisted that it would be very good for the US. Trump highlighted that his approach was not only fair but also necessary for balancing trade relations.

Earlier, Trump laid out his plan for what he called "great" reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners that impose duties and other economic penalties on American exports. The new economic penalties, which Trump said are "fair to all" nations, would be imposed on top of other duties he has already rolled out since assuming office in January.