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Italy Backs EU-Mercosur Deal with Farmers' Protections

1/9/2026

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Italy leans toward backing the EU-Mercosur deal after Brussels pledged new funding for European farmers.
Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Agriculture Minister Francesco Lollobrigida said measures include increased agricultural funding and market safeguards.
Italy seeks to tighten import thresholds from 8% to 5% to protect its farmers.
The 25-year deal now requires Italy's backing for approval, with a final vote expected soon.

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Italy leans toward backing the EU-Mercosur deal after Brussels pledged new funding for European farmers.
Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Agriculture Minister Francesco Lollobrigida said measures include increased agricultural funding and market safeguards.
Italy seeks to tighten import thresholds from 8% to 5% to protect its farmers.
The 25-year deal now requires Italy's backing for approval, with a final vote expected soon.