Trump threatens 200% tariffs on French wines to rally Macron for ‘Board of Peace’ Initiative

File photo of U.S. President Donald Trump with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron.
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U.S. President Donald Trump said he will impose ​a 200% tariff on French wines ‌and champagnes, a move he claimed ​would push French President Emmanuel Macron to join Mr. Trump’s Board of Peace initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts.

When asked by a reporter about Mr. Macron saying he will not join the board, Mr. Trump said, “Did he say that? ​Well, nobody wants him because he will ⁠be out of office very soon.”

Published – January 20, 2026 11:20 am IST