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France Rejects EU-Mercosur Deal Over Agricultural Worries

9/3/2025

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France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade deal due to agricultural concerns, despite proposed farmer safeguards. The deal targets a free-trade area for 700 million consumers and requires approval from 15 EU member states.
EU officials defend the US trade deal, which imposes a 15% tariff on EU goods while eliminating US tariffs. Legislative approval faces challenges amid concerns over balance and tariff threats.

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France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade deal due to agricultural concerns, despite proposed farmer safeguards. The deal targets a free-trade area for 700 million consumers and requires approval from 15 EU member states.
EU officials defend the US trade deal, which imposes a 15% tariff on EU goods while eliminating US tariffs. Legislative approval faces challenges amid concerns over balance and tariff threats.