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'Agriculture Is Dying': French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Deal

French farmers launched Monday a new wave of action to protest a proposed trade pact between the European Union and four South American countries, which they say threatens their livelihoods.

International Business Times

French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement

French farmers protest against EU-Mercosur trade deal, citing concerns over unfair competition and environmental risks. Protests escalate as negotiations f...

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'Devil Is In The Details,' EU Chief Says Of S.America Trade Deal

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Sunday "the devil is always in the details" as she spoke of a budding South America trade deal that France has vowed to block at all costs.

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Macron seeks to stall Mercosur deal on visit to South America

French President Emmanuel Macron begins a week-long visit to South America on Saturday, starting with the G20 summit in Brazil and continuing with stops in Argentina and Chile. Officially aimed at "relaunching cooperation" with the region, the trip also seeks to stall the unpopular Mercosur trade deal.

Radio France Internationale

Wave of strikes brewing as French budget cuts anger unions

French unions across multiple sectors are calling for strikes and protests in the coming weeks, driven by frustration over planned layoffs and budget reforms. The government has proposed €60 billion in cuts and tax hikes to tackle the country's debt.

Radio France Internationale

French farmers protest EU-Mercosur deal that will increase South American imports

French farmers have protested against a trade deal that would increase agricultural imports from South America, saying it hurt their livelihoods

The Independent UK

Milei's absence from Mercosur presidential summit sows doubt about bloc's future

South American free trade bloc Mercosur held its presidential summit on Monday in Paraguay without Argentina's President Javier Milei, who was in Brazil for a conference of Latin American conservatives. The snub was slammed as "complete foolishness" by Brazil's leader Luis Inacio Lula da Silva and underlines the political frictions…

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Mercosur Faces Uncertain Future Amid Political Discord And Protectionism

Mercosur faces internal discord and stalled trade agreements, impacting regional integration.

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With Argentina's president skipping Mercosur, the future of the trade alliance looks doubtful

The most notable thing about the annual Mercosur summit kicking off in Paraguay is an absence — that of Argentine President Javier Milei

The Independent UK

Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González vows to review relations with Cuba, Iran and China if elected

"It is not possible for Venezuela to maintain a presence with countries where human rights are not respected," he said in a recent interview.

Latin Times

Macron Criticizes Mercosur-EU Deal, Calls For Rebuilding

French President Macron raises concerns about EU-Mercosur trade deal, advocating for new agreement focusing on climate and health standards.

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France's Macron visits Brazil to launch €1bn Amazon protection plan

French President Emmanuel Macron, who has criticized Brazil for not doing enough to protect the Amazon, is in the South American country for a three-day visit. Alongside President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, he'll launch a billion-euro green investment plan for the rainforest.

Radio France Internationale

French Senate rejects EU-Canada free trade agreement

French senators have voted by a large majority against the ratification of the free trade deal between the European Union and Canada known as Ceta. In a blow to French President Emmanuel Macron, the rejection follows weeks of protests by farmers opposed to such liberal trade policies.

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French Farmers Continue Protests Over Unaddressed Demands and Measures

French farmers continue to protest, maintaining traffic barricades on major roads after the government's measures fell short of their demands. The movement...

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Investment banks to put $10 billion into projects aimed at interconnecting South America

Four investment banks have announced during a meeting of leaders of trade bloc Mercosur they will put $10 billion for infrastructure works aiming to better connect South America

The Independent UK

Hopes for a Mercosur-EU trade deal fade yet again as leaders meet in Brazil

The heads of state from South America’s Mercosur trade bloc are in Rio de Janeiro for a meeting that is expected to disappoint members hoping to finalize a deal with the European Union

The Independent UK

Argentina's outgoing government rejects EU-Mercosur trade deal, but incoming administration backs it

Argentina’s outgoing government says it will not support the signing of a long-delayed trade deal between the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur during a summit this week in Brazil even though the incoming Argentine government has expressed support for the deal

The Independent UK

Germany and Brazil hope for swift finalization of a trade agreement between EU and Mercosur

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva have both expressed hope that negotiations about a wide-ranging free trade agreement can be finalized in the near future

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Argentina's Brexit: why new president Milei is threatening to pull out of South America's common market

Javier Milei, who was elected as Argentina’s new president on November 19, has promised to withdraw from the South American “common market”, Mercosur.

The Independent UK

EU and Latin American leaders hold a summit hoping to rekindle relationship with long-lost friends

European Union and Latin American leaders are gathering for a major summit of long-lost relatives

Tribune News Service

Brazil’s Lula vows to grow Mercosur amid Uruguay flak, Argentina crisis

Brazil’s plans to strengthen and expand the Mercosur trading bloc are running into growing divisions among its members and a spiraling economic crisis in Argentina.

Radio France Internationale

Brazil's Lula to meet Macron as France blocks Mercosur-EU trade deal

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is among the 50 world leaders in Paris Thursday for a global development and climate summit, and he will hold 'bilateral' talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, where he hopes to discuss the stalled Mercosur trade deal.

Al Jazeera

Brazil’s Lula to discuss trade deal with Macron on France visit

Brazilian president says he plans to raise stalled trade deal between the EU and bloc of South American nations.

Radio France Internationale

France warns about concluding EU-Mercosur trade deal too quickly

While France wants to see a trade deal concluded between the European Union and South America’s Mercosur bloc, trade minister Olivier Becht warns against entering into it too quickly, without assurances on environmental and social concerns.

Bangkok Post

Department eager to push free trade negotiations

Thailand wants to increase free trade agreements (FTAs) to cover 80% of its global trade, spanning more than 50 countries, by 2027.

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