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European Parliament blocks MEPs' attempt to stall Mercosur deal

A draft resolution opposing the Mercosur trade agreement has been blocked on procedural grounds, sparking parliamentarians' anger and putting the deal’s ratification process off to a tense start.

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Macron in balancing act over Mercosur deal

After showing more flexibility on the trade agreement with Latin America, French President Emmanuel Macron has renewed his opposition to the text. But he is not assured of securing enough support in Brussels to block it.

Euronews

Pathway emerges for elusive EU-Australia trade deal

The Europeans may have found a way to allay the concerns of its farmers over the impacts of a free trade deal with Australia, paving the way for a breakthrough.

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French farmers petition Macron to block Mercosur trade agreement

Forty-four French farmers’ organisations have signed an open letter urging President Emmanuel Macron to “clarify” France’s stance and take action to block the South American Mercosur trade agreement, which they regard as both unfair and even dangerous.

Radio France Internationale

The EU offers new protections for farmers as it seeks to build support for Mercosur trade deal

The European Union has unveiled proposals to protect farmers from being undercut by imports from South America

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Costa Rica prioritises Indo-Pacific trade over EU-Mercosur, says trade minister

Costa Rica sees the Indo-Pacific area as a priority over other regional trade deals, such as EU-Mercosur. An Indo-Pacific trade group, the CPTPP, could become the largest trading bloc in terms of GDP if new members — such as the EU — join.

Euronews

South America's Mercosur bloc signs trade deal with 4 European countries

Countries in the South American Mercosur bloc have signed a free trade deal with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland

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Brussels, my love? Emmanuel Macron: A King without his country?

In this edition of our weekly politics show, we break down the security guarantees for Ukraine, the EU-Mercosur trade deal and the political instability in France.

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EU Commission endorses Mercosur deal despite French reservations

The European Commission has formally endorsed the long-debated trade agreement with the South American Mercosur trade bloc, hailing it as a chance to open up new markets for European exporters while promising fresh safeguards for farmers.

Radio France Internationale

EU Presents Mercosur Deal For Member States' Approval

The EU put forward a huge trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur for approval by member countries Wednesday, reassuring chief critic France it came with "robust" safeguards to protect farmers.

International Business Times

Left-wing MEPs push to challenge Mercosur deal in EU court

A group of left-wing MEPs is preparing to defend a draft resolution supporting a referral to the European Court of Justice, aiming to block the ratification process of the Mercosur agreement.

Euronews

Trump Gets His Way On Tariffs, But Global Trade System Intact For Now

President Donald Trump has succeeded in strong-arming nations to accept higher tariffs on US exports, yet for now experts see little threat to the postwar trend of lower duties in the pursuit of greater wealth all around.

International Business Times

In Trump’s game of chicken, the EU cannot afford to back down

When threatened with US tariffs, Europe was initially bullish. But the influence of nationalist leaders sympathetic to Trump has caused a split, says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci

The Guardian - UK

Lula visits former Argentinian president under house arrest in snub to Milei

Brazilian president meets Cristina Fernández de Kirchner at her flat in Buenos Aires after regional summit

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South American Bloc Looks To Asia, Europe In Face Of Trump Trade War

South America's Mercosur bloc sought Thursday to expand its markets in the face of US President Donald Trump's global trade war, with Brazil calling for closer ties with dynamic Asian economies.

International Business Times

Fate Of Major Trade Deal With EU Hangs Over Mercosur Summit

The fate of a landmark trade deal with the European Union, which France is trying to block, looms large over a summit this week of South America's Mercosur bloc.

Euronews

Papal exit offers rare diplomatic chance for global peace

With global tensions running high and world leaders gather en masse to pay their respects, Pope Francis’ funeral is shaping up to be one of the most significant international summits of the year.

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France’s united front against Mercosur deal starts to show cracks

Amid mounting pressure from the trade tensions sparked by the United States, some in France are beginning to see merit in the EU-Mercosur agreement, viewing it as a strategic response to growing economic uncertainty.

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The Independent UK

Brazil to prioritize negotiation after US trade tariffs, official says

Brazil’s strategy to address extra tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump is to combine negotiations with the U.S. while it expands trade agreements with other countries, a top foreign trade official said Thursday

The Guardian - UK

Trump’s tariffs: how might Europe respond to unleashing of trade war?

Bloc’s options include retaliating with tariffs on US goods and services and forming closer ties with other countries

International Business Times

Lula Urges Mercosur-Japan Deal To Counter Trump Protectionism

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva called Wednesday for a trade deal between South America's Mercosur bloc and Japan to counter growing US protectionism.

Radio France Internationale

Macron promises France will stand firm against EU-Mercosur trade deal

French President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated his intention to block the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, arguing that it threatens French agriculture, undermines environmental standards, and creates unfair competition for European farmers.

International Business Times

Argentina's Milei Says Would Leave Mercosur For US Trade Deal

Argentina's President Javier Milei said Thursday he would be willing to leave the South American Mercosur bloc if necessary to secure a coveted trade agreement with the United States.

Radio France Internationale

Macron, Tusk discuss Ukraine's future amid proposals of EU troop deployment

French Emmanuel Macron's visit to Poland has put European support for Ukraine in the spotlight as potential troop deployments are tabled as efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire with Russia are ongoing. This follows a meeting with US president-elect Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris on…

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the EU-Mercosur trade deal: another farmer flashpoint approaches

Editorial: Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, has taken a political risk in signing off an agreement with Latin American countries

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