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The EU has said that significant joint efforts will be needed" for a successful outcome to trade talks at the end of Donald Trump's 90-day pause on tariffs.

The European Commission, which handles trade policy for the 27 EU member states, was reporting back on a meeting between its lead trade official Maro efovi and US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick and US trade representative Jamieson Greer in Washington on Monday.

The EU will continue to approach these talks in a constructive manner, with a view to identify areas of common interest. It is clear that significant joint efforts will be needed to achieve a successful outcome within the 90-day window.

The EU is doing its part. Now it is necessary for the US to define its position. As with every negotiation this must be a two-way street... With both sides bringing something to the table."