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politics1 year ago•7 min saved

EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: Balancing Agriculture and Automotive Interests

Ursula von der Leyen has pushed through a controversial EU-Mercosur trade agreement, despite opposition from key EU member states like France, which fears the deal will harm European farmers by allowing cheaper imports. The agreement, which has been in negotiation for 25 years, is seen as a strategic move to strengthen EU trade ties with "values-aligned" nations amid global geopolitical tensions. While the deal still requires European Council approval, von der Leyen's maneuvering highlights her growing influence within the EU, potentially at the cost of increased political unrest and division among member states.

via UnHerd|

#eu #european-farmers #mercosur

agriculture1 year ago•6 min saved

"Global Greenlash: Farmers Revolt Threatens European Elections"

European farmers are protesting in major capitals, highlighting their struggles with the impact of globalization and environmental regulations on their livelihoods. The push for cheaper food and stricter environmental measures has left Western farmers unable to compete with cheaper imports, leading to calls for concessions from policymakers. The EU's "farm to fork" strategy aims for dramatic changes, but the challenge lies in balancing the demands of farmers, environmental lobbies, food importers, and consumers.

via Gatestone Institute|

#agriculture #environmental-measures #european-farmers

economics1 year ago•1 min saved

"IMF Chief's Warning: European Governments May Regret Supporting Protesting Farmers"

IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva warned European governments against giving in to the demands of protesting farmers for greater financial support, cautioning that it could lead to regret in the future. She emphasized the importance of fiscal consolidation and rebuilding fiscal buffers depleted by the Covid-19 pandemic, urging governments to assess the quality of existing public spending and close tax loopholes.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#economics #european-farmers #fiscal-consolidation