Le Maire Sees `Lively' Talks With Mnuchin on Digital Taxation

The transcript discusses the digital taxation issue between the US and France, highlighting the US administration's decision to open a 301 procedure against France. It emphasizes the importance of resolving such issues through discussion and compromise, particularly at the G7 level, to pave the way for broader international agreements at the OECD level.

What unprecedented action did the US administration take against France regarding digital taxation?

• Lifted all trade restrictions

• Signed a new trade agreement

• Imposed new tariffs

• Opened a 301 procedure

What is the speaker's proposed method for resolving the digital taxation issue?

• By ignoring the issue

• Via discussion and compromise

• By imposing sanctions

• Through military intervention

What does the speaker hope to achieve with Steven Mnuchin?

• A compromise on digital taxation

• A reduction in digital taxes

• A military alliance

• A new trade war

Why is it crucial to find a compromise on digital taxation at the G7 level?

• To reduce the number of member states in the OECD

• To facilitate a broader agreement at the OECD level

• To set a precedent for future trade deals

• To increase digital taxes globally

What is the speaker's view on the likelihood of 129 states reaching a compromise at the OECD level?

• It is irrelevant to the issue

• It will happen automatically

• It is impossible without a G7 agreement

• It is highly likely