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world3 days ago

EU seals long-awaited Mercosur free-trade pact after 25-year push

The EU and Mercosur reached a free-trade agreement after 25 years of talks, pending European Parliament approval, in what’s billed as the bloc’s largest FTA. It aims to boost trade and climate goals with safeguards for farmers, anti-deforestation commitments, and a phased tariff liberalization over 15 years, saving EU exporters about €4 billion a year in duties. While praised as a win for multilateralism, critics warn cheaper imports could hit European farmers; ratification and environmental enforcement will be key hurdles.

via BBC|
#deforestation-safeguards#eu#farmers-protests
environment1 year ago

"EU Parliament Defies Opposition to Pass Landmark Nature Restoration Law"

The EU Parliament passed a controversial nature law aimed at restoring nature on a fifth of land and sea by 2030, despite facing political backlash and protests from farmers who argue that EU green policies impose excessive bureaucracy. The law, which aims to reverse the decline of Europe's natural habitats, was approved with 329 votes in favor, 275 against, and 24 abstentions. While the final policy is weaker than originally planned, it still requires final approval from EU countries before entering into force.

via Reuters|
#environment#environmental-legislation#eu-green-policies
social-media-politics1 year ago

Elon Musk's X Takes Action on India Farmer Protest-Linked Accounts

Social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has taken down accounts and posts related to the ongoing farmers' protests in India following a government order, sparking concerns about freedom of expression. The move has reignited the debate over foreign technology giants' operations in India and their compliance with government regulations. X expressed disagreement with the action and highlighted its ongoing legal challenge against the Indian government's content blocking orders, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in such decisions.

via Reuters India|
#farmers-protests#freedom-of-expression#india
international-relations1 year ago

"Poland's Concerns Over Pro-Putin Influence at Farmers' Protests and Border Blockade"

Polish authorities are alarmed by pro-Putin slogans appearing at farmers' protests, suspecting the influence of Russian agents. The slogans have sparked tensions as Poland strongly supports Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. Farmers' protests in Poland are also fueled by concerns over competition from Ukrainian imports and EU environmental policies. The Foreign Ministry in Warsaw has called for the removal of anti-Ukrainian and pro-Putin elements from the protest movement, emphasizing the need to address the impact of Putin's aggression on the global economy.

via NBC News|
#farmers-protests#international-relations#poland
politics1 year ago

"Understanding the Resilience of BJP and the Complexity of Farmers' Protests in India"

The BJP appears unruffled by the current farmers' protests, confident in its ability to minimize their political impact through counter-polarization and alliances, unlike in 2020-21. The party aims to de-escalate the situation and launch a campaign highlighting the "illogical" demands for a legal guarantee of minimum support price (MSP). While acknowledging potential electoral challenges in Punjab, the BJP plans to counter the protests' impact through strategic outreach and emphasizing its support for farmers.

via The Indian Express|
#bjp#farmers-protests#political-strategy
opinion1 year ago

"Europe's Rebellious Farmers: A Force to be Taken Seriously"

European farmers' protests are a significant political and electoral risk that should not be underestimated, as they highlight the struggles of small and family farmers. The protests have prompted national governments and the EU to adopt agriculture-friendly policies and make concessions, emphasizing the need for better understanding of the distributional effects of policies and more responsive decision-making. The political establishment's reactive response underscores the disconnect between elites and the public, calling for a more honest discussion and genuine engagement to address the grievances of farmers and similar categories.

via Euronews|
#agriculture#europe#farmers-protests
politicseuropean-union1 year ago

"EU Farmers' Protests Shake Europe: Impact and Solutions"

The European Union has made concessions on its plans to reduce agricultural emissions after facing protests from farmers. The EU had initially proposed to cut emissions from farming by 30% by 2030, but has now backed down on this target. This change comes after farmers across Europe expressed concerns about the impact of such measures on their livelihoods, leading to widespread protests. The EU's decision reflects the challenges of balancing environmental goals with the interests of agricultural communities.

via Financial Times|
#agricultural-emissions#concessions#eu
agricultureeurope-protests1 year ago

"European Farmers' Protests: Unions Call for End to Blockades"

Farmers across Europe are protesting low prices for produce, rising costs, and constraints imposed by the European Union's climate change policies. Belgian and Dutch farmers blocked border crossings, Polish farmers threatened to close the Ukraine border, and Greek farmers demanded tax exemptions and faster compensation for flood-related losses. French farmers received government pledges and started dismantling roadblocks, while Spanish and Portuguese farmers also staged protests. The protests highlight the frustration of farmers and their demands for fair treatment and support from their governments.

via Reuters|
#agricultureeurope-protests#border-crossings#european-union
world-news1 year ago

"Captivating Images of Europe's Farmers' Protests Unveiled"

Farmers across Europe have staged dramatic protests, blocking highways with tractors and creating chaos outside the European Union’s headquarters, to demand relief from low wages, heavy regulation, and cheap imports. The movement has spread to countries including France, Germany, Italy, Romania, and Greece, with nighttime demonstrations and snow-dusted tractors becoming symbols of the widespread farmer protest movement. The protests have highlighted deep-seated grievances within the agricultural sector and brought the disgruntled farmers’ demands directly to the heart of EU policymaking.

via The Associated Press|
#agriculture#demonstrations#eu
politics1 year ago

"French Farmers' Tractor Blockade Nears Paris Amid Government Struggle"

French farmers are protesting in various strategic locations in France, demanding improved pay, less bureaucracy, and protection from foreign competition. Despite warnings from the government, convoys of tractors are moving towards Paris and Lyon. The Prime Minister has met with farmers' unions and promised new support measures, while the Finance Minister announced France's opposition to the Mercosur trade deal. The protests have also spread to other European countries, with farmers in Italy, Spain, and Greece joining the movement. The farmers' anger is directed at environmental requirements in the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and the Mercosur trade deal, which will be discussed in talks between Macron and EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#agriculture#farmers-protests#france
politicseconomics1 year ago

"European Farmers Stage Protests, Blockades in Response to Government Measures"

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has announced new measures to address farmers' protests, including controls on foreign food products to ensure fair competition, fines for non-compliant food retailers, and a coalition of EU countries to agree on an EU waiver on fallow land. Protesting farmers have encircled Paris with traffic-snarling barricades, prompting the government to deploy 15,000 police officers to stop any effort to enter the capital. The protests have also spread to Belgium, with farmers blocking roads in protest against rising costs, cheap food imports, and EU environmental policies.

via Al Jazeera English|
#agricultural-subsidies#eu-regulations#fair-competition
politics1 year ago

"French Prime Minister Faces Mounting Pressure as Farmers Protest in Paris"

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal visited a cattle farm in the Haute-Garonne region to address farmers' protests, promising to prioritize the agricultural sector and dropping plans to reduce a key agricultural tax break. The government also announced measures to address rising diesel fuel costs, an emergency fund for cattle farmers, and simplifying administrative tasks for farmers. The protests, which included roadblocks and tractor convoys, were sparked by discontent over fuel hikes, green regulations, and EU directives, with farmers demanding concrete actions from the government.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#agricultural-sector#farmers-protests#french-prime-minister
politics2 years ago

"French Farmers' Protests Shake Up EU Agenda"

French farmers are protesting ahead of the EU elections, with concerns about taxes, access to water, and overregulation. The far-right leader blames Macron's EU for the agricultural crisis, while the new Prime Minister vows to support farmers and address environmental restrictions. President Macron is concerned about losing rural voter support to the far right and is taking steps to appease the situation. The protests reflect wider discontent across Europe, with farmers in Germany, Poland, and Romania also demonstrating against EU policies.

via POLITICO Europe|
#agriculture-policy#eu-elections#farmers-protests