Belgian moves on ratifying EU-Canada trade deal put focus on other holdouts
By Cynthia Kroet ( August 27, 2026, 07:49 GMT | Comment) -- The EU is seeking deeper trade ties with like-minded partners amid growing geopolitical tensions — the latest example being the breakdown of US-Canada trade talks last week. In this context, the significance is highlighted of Belgium’s recent progress on ratifying the EU-Canada trade agreement, while Ireland and Italy are also moving closer to approval. But differing political and legal obstacles among the remaining holdouts continue to complicate matters.Belgium's progress this summer toward ratifying the EU's trade deal with Canada is dismantling one of the deal's most symbolic obstacles — and it comes as Ireland and Italy also show signs of movement after years of delay. ...
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