INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
talks to signatures is long and winding
Translation into 23 languages alone could take months
France stands as the main opponent, fearing agricultural imports might harm its farming sector.French lawmakers have even labeled South
Spain lead a coalition of 11 EU states favoring the deal
They seek new trade routes to reduce dependence on China and shield members from potential United States tariffs under a Trump
presidency.EU-Mercosur Deal Stalls: France Blocks, Germany Pushess
(Photo Internet reproduction)EU-Mercosur Trade DealThe agreement initially reached in 2019, stalled due to EU demands on deforestation and
adds another layer of complexity
The libertarian leader has hinted at leaving Mercosul unless allowed to pursue bilateral trade deals, including with the United
States.Italy, while supporting the agreement in principle, wants changes to agricultural sections
trade agreement remains uncertain
The dance between Mercosur and the EU continues, with each step forward potentially followed by two steps back.
