Poland preparing for possible consequences of U.S. tariffs: PM


By Cui LiZhang Zhang

WARSAW, Feb. 11 (Xinhua) -- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Tuesday that he was not surprised by U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25 percent tariff on steel and aluminum imports, adding that Poland is preparing for the potential impact while emphasizing the need for a coordinated European response.

"We are not panicking, but we are preparing well for the possible consequences of higher tariffs," Tusk said before a government meeting. He added that consultations with representatives of all European Union (EU) member states would take place on Wednesday to establish a common position on the issue.

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