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politics3h ago
Mercosur gamble shows von der Leyen thinks she can go over France’s head
- The EU moved to provisionally implement the EU-Mercosur trade deal despite the European Parliament's review request.
- France condemned the move as a surprise and an unpleasant one for Paris.
- Macron warned that the decision did not respect French will and questioned the Commission's approach.
- Argentina and Uruguay ratified the Mercosur deal, moving it closer to finalization.
- The Commission reportedly pursued the provisional application while a court review was pending.
- Macron’s government sought assurances on farmers' protection during the review period.
- French officials indicated the move reflected a fading influence of Paris in Brussels.
- Von der Leyen described the decision as swift to avoid delaying the deal's entry into force.
- France remains opposed to the deal, arguing it benefits imports over European sovereignty.
- The probe into the deal's final ratification continues, with the Court of Justice review and Parliament approval looming.
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