US EditionEU Ministers Unite in Critical Talks on Mercosur Trade Deal
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On Wednesday there will be a meeting of the Ministers of Agriculture and on Friday the ambassadors of the 27 countries would take a decision.If voted, the president of the European Commission would travel to Asunción on Monday.
EU Dangles €45bn To Win Farmers’ Backing for Mercosur Deal
The EU on Tuesday, January 6th, offered a carrot to farmers angered over a trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur, promising to unlock funds for the sector as it seeks to get the accord over the line. The European Commission said it plans to tweak its budget proposal for 2028-2034, which has come under fire from agricultural groups, to allow farmers early access to around €45 billion. The move comes amid a push to ease the qualms of some c…
EU Ministers Unite in Critical Talks on Mercosur Trade Deal
The European Union is rallying member countries to agree on a free trade deal with Mercosur. Italy and France are hesitant due to concerns over agricultural impacts. EU agriculture ministers meet to discuss import controls and farmer support, seeking broad consensus for the deal's approval.
Tomorrow, EU Agriculture Ministers will meet for a special meeting on the Mercosur Agreement, which is at stake for farmers.
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