The European Union and South America's Mercosur bloc have reached a historic agreement on a long-delayed free trade deal, marking a major step in global trade relations. However, the deal now faces significant hurdles for approval within the EU, with France leading the opposition.
French officials have branded the agreement "unacceptable," voicing concerns over imports of South American commodities like beef, which critics argue fail to meet the EU's stringent green and food safety standards. European farmers have also protested the deal, fearing it will undercut their markets with cheaper imports.
Meanwhile, countries like Germany and Spain have defended the agreement, emphasizing its importance in diversifying EU trade. Proponents argue the deal is critical in reducing reliance on China and compensating for the loss of the Russian market.
As the EU prepares to debate the deal, the pact faces a contentious path to ratification, reflecting stark divisions within the bloc over its trade priorities and environmental commitments.
The EU rejects calls to weaken car CO2 rules, emphasizing climate goals despite automaker pressures and EPP's push for relief on 2025 emission limits.
Poland to prioritise joint EU defence funding during its presidency, urging unity on security as a shared European goal. Ministers to explore funding options in April.
Pro-EU demonstrations in Georgia have entered their ninth day, with hundreds gathering outside the parliament in Tbilisi to protest the government’s suspension of EU membership talks.
EU leaders António Costa and Kaja Kallas visit Kyiv, reaffirming unwavering support for Ukraine amid intensified Russian attacks and uncertainty over U.S. policy.
Israeli troops have entered the buffer zone between Syria and the Golan Heights following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
After more than a decade of waiting, Romania and Bulgaria will become full members of Europe’s Schengen free-travel area starting January 1, 2025, following Austria's decision to lift its veto.
G7 leaders pledge support for a Syrian transition to credible, inclusive governance, emphasizing human rights, rule of law, and territorial integrity.
The EU rejects calls to weaken car CO2 rules, emphasizing climate goals despite automaker pressures and EPP's push for relief on 2025 emission limits.
South Korea’s parliament passed impeachment motions on Thursday against Justice Minister Pak Song Ce and National Police Agency Commissioner Cho Ci-ho.
Negotiations at COP29 in Baku face a critical impasse as sharp divisions over climate finance and fossil fuel commitments threaten progress.
"Come up with the video in its full form," demands the COP29 CEO, Elnur Soltanov, in an exclusive interview with AnewZ. The chief executive has broken his silence on the claims he was using his position to organise potential fossil fuel deals.
Israeli troops have entered the buffer zone between Syria and the Golan Heights following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
After more than a decade of waiting, Romania and Bulgaria will become full members of Europe’s Schengen free-travel area starting January 1, 2025, following Austria's decision to lift its veto.
G7 leaders pledge support for a Syrian transition to credible, inclusive governance, emphasizing human rights, rule of law, and territorial integrity.
South Korea’s parliament passed impeachment motions on Thursday against Justice Minister Pak Song Ce and National Police Agency Commissioner Cho Ci-ho.
A UN resolution calling for peace in Gaza has been overwhelmingly approved by 158 countries, drawing attention to the ongoing humanitarian crisis. However, the decision has sparked sharp criticism from nations like the US and Israel.
Israeli troops have entered the buffer zone between Syria and the Golan Heights following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
After more than a decade of waiting, Romania and Bulgaria will become full members of Europe’s Schengen free-travel area starting January 1, 2025, following Austria's decision to lift its veto.
G7 leaders pledge support for a Syrian transition to credible, inclusive governance, emphasizing human rights, rule of law, and territorial integrity.
The EU rejects calls to weaken car CO2 rules, emphasizing climate goals despite automaker pressures and EPP's push for relief on 2025 emission limits.
South Korea’s parliament passed impeachment motions on Thursday against Justice Minister Pak Song Ce and National Police Agency Commissioner Cho Ci-ho.
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