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Wed 02 Feb 2009EU angered by Obama 'Buy American' call
THE EUROPEAN Union warned of possible trade litigation against the US if Washington pressed ahead with a “Buy American” provision in its forthcoming economic stimulus Bill.
EU officials have expressed concern that the requirement for companies to use US steel and manufacturing products in projects funded by the Bill could encourage a wave of protectionist measures from other countries.
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