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What is Mercosur?

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Mercosur is a South American trade bloc comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It aims to promote free trade and economic integration among its member countries and is central to recent trade negotiations with the European Union.

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EU approves Mercosur trade deal despite protests

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  • EU and Mercosur create one of the largest free trade zones 42s
  • Deal aims to boost EU industry and diversify trade links 54s
  • European farmers protest, fearing unfair competition 1m 53s
  • Environmental groups warn of Amazon deforestation risks 2m 29s
  • EU Parliament may still block the deal in future votes 3m 2s

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EU approves Mercosur trade deal despite protests
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DW News
1 day ago
EU approves Mercosur trade deal despite protests

The agreement will create one of the world's largest free trade zones, linking the EU with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

EU member states back Mercosur deal, French MEPs vow fight
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Euronews
1 day ago
EU member states back Mercosur deal, French MEPs vow fight

The Mercosur bloc comprises Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, and the EU has been negotiating a trade deal with these countries for over two decades.

EU ministers to hold talks ahead of possible Mercosur deal signing
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5 days ago
EU ministers to hold talks ahead of possible Mercosur deal signing

The Mercosur deal aims to create a free trade area with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

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