Donald Trump recounts his swift negotiations to lower drug prices from European countries.
Using threats of tariffs on luxury items like French wine and Swiss watches, he pushed leaders to act fast.
France’s Emmanuel Macron agreed in minutes, offering reductions far beyond initial requests.
Similar tactics worked across nations, averaging just three minutes per deal.
The strategy: If they don’t comply, impose 25% tariffs on all imports, escalating to 100% on wines and champagnes.
This approach delivered massive savings for the U.S. without prolonged talks.
Source: World Economic Forum (CC BY 4.0)
