France will oppose the European Union’s trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc, President Emmanuel Macron announced, signaling a significant obstacle to the long-awaited deal. The pact, which aims to boost economic ties between the EU and South American countries including Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, has faced mounting criticism over environmental concerns and agricultural competition. Macron’s firm stance underscores growing tensions within the EU regarding the pact’s implications, potentially complicating its final approval.
France Signals Opposition to EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Citing Environmental and Economic Concerns
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France intends to cast a negative vote on the proposed EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing significant concerns over both environmental degradation and economic imbalance. The deal, which aims to enhance trade between the European Union and South American Mercosur countries, faces criticism in…
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Author : Caleb Wilson
Publish date : 2026-01-08 23:54:00
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