European policymakers are stepping up coordination over escalating trade tensions. According to sources, France's Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Noel Barrot has been actively mobilizing efforts since yesterday to build a unified European response to the tariff threats that have recently emerged. Brussels appears to be treating these trade policy developments as a significant issue requiring coordinated diplomatic action across member states. The situation highlights how macroeconomic policy shifts can trigger broader political responses with potential ripple effects on global markets.