The economy of the EU is comparable to the US. The EU is also one of the largest trade partners in the world. The top trade partners of the EU are the US, UK and China. As expected, China is the largest import source for the EU while the US is the top destination for exports.
The following infographic the Council of the EU and the European Council shows additional facts on the EU’s role in global trade:
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Source: The Council of the EU and the European Council