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Why does France oppose the Mercosur trade deal?

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France opposes the Mercosur trade deal due to concerns over cheap imports of South American commodities, especially beef, that may not meet EU green and food safety standards. As the EU's largest beef producer, France has called the deal unacceptable, fearing negative impacts on its agricultural sector.

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  • The EU Commission presented the trade deal with Mercosur for approval.
  • France's opposition softened with proposed limits on farm imports. 8s
  • The agreement would create the world's largest free trade area. 31s
  • The Commission proposed mechanisms to suspend preferential access for some farm products and a crisis fund for farmers. 2m 9s
  • The deal still requires approval from the European Parliament and a majority of EU governments. 52s
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EU proposes Mercosur trade deal, French opposition softens

France opposes the deal because it could lead to cheap imports of South American commodities, notably beef, that do not meet the EU's green and food safety standards.

EU proposes Mercosur trade deal, French opposition softens
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EU proposes Mercosur trade deal, French opposition softens

France, as the EU's largest beef producer, has been difficult to win over and previously called the deal unacceptable.

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