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Josep Borrell told POLITICO the EU should suspend the implementation of its “unfair” U.S. trade deal in the wake of the Iran war.
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Josep Borrell told POLITICO the EU should suspend the implementation of its “unfair” U.S. trade deal in the wake of the Iran war.
There are two weeks until the European Parliament is due to vote on the EU-U.S. trade deal. But the outcome is still uncertain, and bitterly contentious.

Brussels now needs to formally notify the South American group of its intention to provisionally implement the accord.
Washington seeks to reassure the EU it won’t walk away from the deal as the European Parliament threatens to sink it over Donald Trump’s attacks on Spain and strikes on Iran.
In a world where international trade faces increasing barriers, the agreement between the European Union and India was greeted with great enthusiasm by Portuguese business representatives, who highlight the diversification opportunities to enter a market of 'enormous size and potential', with 1.5 billion people. Industries such as metallurgy ...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Tuesday that India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement.

The President of the European Council says that 'today is a historic moment'.

The European Union (EU) and India today concluded, after 18 years, negotiations for 'the biggest of all trade agreements', aiming for a market without barriers for two billion people, the European Commission announced.

Negotiations which began in 2007 had the primary aim of creating a market without barriers for 'two billion people', the European Commission announced.

The European Union and India have concluded a new trade agreement, the largest ever agreed by either party. The confirmation was given by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 'I congratulate our counterparts in each sector, such as textiles, precious stones and jewellery, ...

After on-off talks since 2007, the two sides finally take the plunge, responding to steep U.S. tariffs and cheap goods from China.
The President of the European Council, António Costa, arrived in India on Sunday at a time when the two economic blocs are seeking to conclude a free trade agreement after almost two decades of negotiations. António Costa and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, are the guests of honour at the celebrations of the Day of ...

José Manuel Fernandes says the agreement is lawful and is an 'opportunity Portugal cannot miss'.

Europe could activate an anti-coercion mechanism that wasn't even put on the table during the dispute that ended this summer with the trade deal. Analysts warn the crisis could lead to a 'recession'.

Farmers hope to be able to pressurise MEPs.

EU lawmakers say a proposed EU–US trade pact—intended to shield European exporters from heavy duties—is effectively on hold after the US announced tariffs on eight European countries in response to their opposition to Washington’s actions regarding Greenland. EU ambassadors have been summoned to an extraordinary meeting to discuss the diplomatic fallout and next steps, underscoring how escalating US threats risk derailing broader trade cooperation and raising the prospect of a wider economic and political rift.
The Portuguese Industrial Association says the agreement signed this Saturday strengthens the European Union's external standing and could open a new cycle of growth and competitiveness for the national industry.

The agreement will finally be signed this weekend. The European Union and Mercosur are finalising a free-trade area covering more than 700 million consumers. Portugal has products poised to enter this market.

Brazilian president will miss the ceremony in Paraguay as the long-delayed trade pact moves into the ratification phase in Europe.
The President of the European Council says that, in a trade agreement of this magnitude, 'it is evident that in some cases it is better for some, in other cases it is better for others'.

The President of the European Council refers to criticism from some agricultural sectors in Europe. Also, Donald Trump says the United States are in talks with NATO about acquiring Greenland.

Beef, rice, sugar and honey will be the most penalised. Farmers fear 'unfair competition' and are calling for enforcement of the safeguard clauses.

03:00 — The European Union and Mercosur have signed an agreement.

The Portuguese government says this is a 'great opportunity' for products such as wine, olive oil and cheese.
