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France blocks English-only ratification of EU-India trade deal
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- The European Commission proposes fast-track ratification of the EU-India trade deal in English.
- France opposes English-only ratification and demands translation into all 24 EU languages.
- French officials argue an English version hides technical nuances needed for parliamentary review.
- Language expert Michele Gazzola warns English-only ratification could reduce transparency for MEPs.
- The Commission says it will translate the agreement into all languages after ratification.