Einar H. Dyvik
Research expert covering Nordics and global data for society, economy, and politics
Extra-EU International Trade - statistics and facts
Trade tensions have become an increasing concern for European policymakers and citizens, prompting debate over how the EU should respond to global tariff hikes and shifting trade dynamics. The Union’s external trade policy—shaped by a common strategy negotiated with non-EU countries—enables it to operate as a unified actor in the global market. As one of the leading global economies and trading players, the EU has built enduring economic ties with countries like China, the United States, and Japan, as well as close regional links with non-EU neighbours such as the UK, Switzerland, Norway, and Turkey.
