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EU's Latin American trade deals delayed by European opposition, US tariffs

By Oscar Pandiello and Joanna Sopinska ( July 1, 2025, 16:24 GMT | Comment) -- The EU’s two landmark Latin American trade deals, with the Mercosur bloc and Mexico, are still awaiting a key step: formal presentation to EU governments for ratification. Persistent opposition from France and Poland, combined with fresh uncertainty triggered by President Donald Trump's tariffs, has prompted the European Commission to carefully recalibrate its next steps. The European Commission is adjusting the schedule for ratifying its flagship Latin American trade deals with the Mercosur bloc and Mexico due to persistent opposition in Europe and global trade tensions fueled by President Donald Trump's tariffs....

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