VOICED : UE debe avanzar en TLC con Mercosur antes de que "otros actores" lo hagan

The European Union remains committed to finalizing a free trade agreement with Mercosur, emphasizing the need to act before other global players intervene. Josep Borrell, the EU's foreign affairs representative, highlighted the importance of this agreement for economic development in Uruguay and the broader region. Despite internal tensions within Mercosur, particularly regarding a separate trade deal with China, the EU aims to conclude the agreement by 2023. The negotiations have faced numerous challenges, including commercial protectionism and environmental concerns, notably between Brazil and France over the Amazon.

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