We Talk: Trade dispute escalates, French public expresses intent to 'boycott' American goods

On March 12, the European Commission announced that, starting next month, the EU will impose counter tariffs on €26 billion ($28 billion) worth of U.S. goods in response to blanket U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum. The EU's countermeasures will be rolled out in two phases, beginning April 1 and fully taking effect on April 13.

In light of the EU's counter tariffs on American goods, CGTN Stringer interviewed the French public, revealing mixed reactions. Some expressed concerns that the escalating trade war could have negative impacts, while others supported the idea of actively reducing consumption of American products and services, favoring local alternatives instead.