EU-US trade deal ‘on hold’ after new Trump tariffs
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.
AIP welcomes EU-Mercosur deal: 'It's an opportunity for growth for Portuguese companies'
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.
EU–Mercosur agreement took 30 years to materialise
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.
Brazil’s Lula skips signing of Mercosur-EU trade deal
Brazilian president will miss the ceremony in Paraguay as the long-delayed trade pact moves into the ratification phase in Europe.
Costa admits EU-Mercosur deal brings 'very limited' competition in some sectors: 'But that's part of economic life'
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'.
06:00. Mercosur. António Costa says there are 'misperceptions'
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.
EU–Mercosur: gains for wine and olive oil and risk of small farms going bankrupt
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 - EU and Mercosur sign agreement
03:00 — The European Union and Mercosur have signed an agreement.
EU-Mercosur deal signed today creates the world’s largest free trade area
The Portuguese government says this is a 'great opportunity' for products such as wine, olive oil and cheese.
Trade agreement between India and the European Union: "Unless both sides align their positions, it will be difficult to overcome the obstacles"
Shifts in geopolitical dynamics involving China and the United States are seen as encouraging the finalisation of the agreement.
EU–Mercosur: Portuguese government calls it an opportunity, but producers urge Brussels to be cautious
The Portuguese government presents the EU–Mercosur deal as an opportunity, while agricultural producers warn Brussels to act with caution because of potential effects on local farming and markets.
EU–Mercosur deal: Brazil expects a €6 billion boost to GDP by 2044
The Brazilian President will receive on Friday the presidents of the European Council and the European Commission, on the eve of the signing of the agreement between the European Union and Mercosur, which is expected to increase Brazil's GDP by €6 billion by 2044. The meeting between António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen and Lula da Silva, one of ...
Mercosur backers rattled as Spain’s center right wavers under farmer pressure
"That would be the end,” said one lawmaker as Spanish peers go silent.
Algarve farmers oppose EU-Mercosul deal
Algarve farmers are raising the alarm over the European Union-Mercosul trade deal, warning that it would hit Portuguese agriculture hard and have “severe” impacts on “vulnerable” regions like the Algarve. The post Algarve farmers oppose EU-Mercosul deal appeared first on Portugal Resident.
EU–Mercosur agreement: CAP highlights significant impact on sectors such as wine and olive oil
CAP warns the EU-Mercosur deal will have a notable impact on sectors including wine and olive oil.
European Union confirms it will sign Mercosur treaty on Saturday
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will sign the free trade agreement with Mercosur on Saturday, 17 January, the European Union (EU) confirmed. The EU on Friday gave the green light for the advancement of this important trade deal with the South American bloc, despite opposition from several countries, notably France, Hungary and Poland...
Von der Leyen wants a trade deal with India this month
The President of the European Commission, who will travel to New Delhi at the end of January for the EU–India summit, wants to finalise the trade agreement between the two blocs there.
Von der Leyen wants to finalise a trade deal with India at the end of the month in New Delhi
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen intends to conclude a trade agreement with India during a visit to New Delhi at the end of the month.
Brazilian government hails progress on trade deal between Mercosur and the European Union
Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the European approval of the Mercosur–European Union agreement, which will create one of the largest free trade zones in the world.
Prepare for changes to poultry, pork, beef, sugar, cheese, rice, honey, maize, sweetcorn, milk powder, etc.
EU countries provisionally approved on Friday the free trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur (Southern Common Market) - it is the largest trade deal ever signed by Brussels in terms of tariff reductions. This will affect our lives, but it is creating controversy in some countries, notably France.
Mercosur: Brussels forecasts annual savings of €4 billion as tariffs end
Of the more than 350 EU food and drink products whose rules of origin and geographical indications will have to be recognised in Mercosur, 36 are Portuguese protected designations.
EU-Mercosur mega trade deal: The winners and losers
POLITICO analyzes who is uncorking the Malbec — and who is crying into their Bordeaux (cough, Emmanuel Macron, cough).
EU-Mercosur trade deal passes test in Brussels. Approval in sight after 25 years
The trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and Mercosur is expected to be formally approved at 17:00 (16:00 Lisbon time) upon conclusion of the written procedure, a European source told Lusa, and could be signed on the 12th in Paraguay. In an initial vote by the ambassadors of the Member States to the EU (Coreper), the proposal passed, despite the votes ...
Agreement reached to sign Mercosur after Italy lifts veto
With the Italian veto lifted, the process now moves to the formal signing stage, with no sign of any change in voting intentions.
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