EU Strengthens Ties with South America Amid Internal Tensions
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The European Union is on the verge of finalizing a significant trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc, despite strong opposition from France. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, supporting Germany's interests, is actively pursuing the deal, which has caused tensions within the EU. The agreement aims to strengthen economic ties between Europe and Latin America, but France's resistance highlights internal EU divisions over trade policies.
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