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EU could approve Mercosur deal by summer, agriculture chief says
The European Union could approve its planned trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur before summer, but it has not yet fixed a date to do so, EU agriculture commissioner said.
Thai govt eyes conclusion of free trade talks with EU
The Thai government has reaffirmed its commitment to concluding its free trade agreement negotiations with the European Union by the end of this year.
Farmers in EU raise alarm over Mercosur, Ukraine trade deals
French and Spanish farmers warned on Wednesday that a flood of imports under planned European Union trade agreements with South American bloc Mercosur and Ukraine risked severely undermining European agriculture.
Talks revive as Australia and EU determined to seal trade deal
Australia and the EU have revived talks for a sweeping free trade agreement, after Australia’s trade minister Don Farrell met with the European commissioner for trade Maros Sefcovic.
Joint industry statement: EU-Australia FTA “Time to get this done”
Australia’s peak industry groups agree there has never been a more critical time for the Australian Government to conclude a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement with the European Union.
India, EU may go for comprehensive FTA; investment, GI pacts to follow later
India and the European Union are likely to agree upon a comprehensive free trade agreement instead of an interim deal, an official said.
AfCFTA at the heart of Africa-EU trade vision
The AfCFTA took center stage at the 3rd African Union-European Union Ministerial Meeting in Brussels, as ministers from both blocs framed the landmark trade pact as the cornerstone of their joint strategy to drive investment, deepen value chains and create jobs—especially for youth and women.
Digital trade: the new frontline in the fight for our rights
The EU is signing digital trade deals that could undermine fundamental rights and block oversight of software systems shaping our lives. From data protection to algorithmic accountability.
Gulf countries look east and west for trade agreements
The GCC is looking east and west for free trade agreements and foreign investments to drive non-oil revenue.
JBS profits from EU-Mercosur deal
EU-Mercosur trade deal set to boost profits for world’s biggest meat company – at the expense of sustainable food systems.