No Excuses to Delay Free Trade
The Mercosur-European Union trade agreement is set to take effect by the end of May, marking a significant milestone after 26 years of negotiation.
Monitor Polski of March 19, 2026 (positions 306 - 308)
The article contains official announcements and resolutions from the Polish government dated March 13 and March 16, 2026, including the challenging of the EU-Mercosur agreement and commemorations related to the Solidarity movement.
Paraguay gives green light and agreement with EU is ratified by Mercosur founders
Paraguay has ratified the free trade agreement with the European Union, completing the legislative process for Mercosur member states.
Daily summary from JN: Israel kills head of Iran's National Security; Congress enacts Mercosur and European Union agreement
The article discusses Israel's assassination of Iran's National Security Chief and the Brazilian Congress's announcement of the Mercosur-EU agreement.
Mercosur: Paraguay ratifies the trade agreement with the European Union
Paraguay has unanimously ratified a trade agreement with the European Union, finalizing its role in the world's largest free trade zone established by Mercosur and the EU.
Congress promulgates EU-Mercosur agreement, and treaty comes into effect in May
The Brazilian Congress has confirmed the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, which is set to take effect in May.
National Congress promulgates agreement between Mercosur and the European Union
The Brazilian National Congress has promulgated a trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, one of the largest free trade areas in the world.
Government and IDB want to expand access for small businesses to Europe after EU-Mercosur agreement
The Brazilian government has announced a program to facilitate micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises' access to the European market following a free trade agreement with the EU.
The obesity wave could soon hit Finland – This is where it strikes first
Elsi Katainen, a Member of the European Parliament, discusses the impacts of the Mercosur trade agreement on Finland, highlighting concerns and unexpected outcomes.
Lavigne: 'There are sectors that create jobs and others that destroy them, these are issues of capitalism'
During the annual summit of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in Paraguay, Pablo Lavigne discussed challenges related to job creation and destruction in Argentina amid the implementation of the Mercosur-EU agreement.
Neither 'feeding the beast' nor 'stepping on calluses': the keys to the Castilla y León campaign
The election campaign in Castilla y León is heavily focused on local issues and the votes of rural constituents as candidates address concerns over the Mercosur agreement.
The field with an auspicious outlook ahead of Expoagro
The article discusses the positive agricultural outlook in Argentina ahead of Expoagro, highlighting the recent Mercosur-EU trade agreement and its implications for export duties.
Yamandú Orsi supported Milei to liberalize Mercosur after the agreement with the EU: 'Now let's go for Asia and the EFTA'
Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi expressed his support for Argentine President Javier Milei in the initiative to liberalize Mercosur towards new markets, including Asia and the EFTA.
Brazil has ratified the free trade agreement with the EU and Mercosur countries
Brazil's Senate has ratified a long-awaited free trade agreement with the EU and Mercosur, which aims to establish a huge trade zone.
The Brazilian Senate ratified the agreement between MERCOSUR and the EU
The Brazilian Senate has ratified a significant trade agreement between MERCOSUR and the European Union, which aims to eliminate tariffs on over 90% of bilateral trade.
Brazil approves trade agreement with the EU
Brazil's National Assembly has granted final approval for the trade agreement between the EU and the South American trade bloc Mercosur.
Annoyance or Reality: Understand Why European Agribusiness Feels Threatened by the Mercosur Agreement
The Mercosur free trade agreement is set to come into provisional effect in Brazil within two months despite protests from European leaders.
Brazil approves the Mercosur agreement with the EU, joining Argentina and Uruguay
Brazil's Senate has approved the Mercosur trade agreement with the European Union, following Argentina and Uruguay's lead.
Brazil follows in the footsteps of Argentina and Uruguay and ratifies the Mercosur-EU trade agreement
Brazil has ratified the Mercosur-EU trade agreement, following Argentina and Uruguay, with only Paraguay remaining to approve the pact.
Brazilian Parliament Approved the Mercosur Agreement
The Brazilian Senate has approved a free trade agreement between the South American economic bloc Mercosur and the European Union, following approval from the lower house.
Brazil's Senate ratifies Mercosur free trade deal with European Union
Brazil's Senate has ratified a significant free trade agreement with the European Union, joining Argentina and Uruguay in establishing a major trade bloc while facing opposition from European farmers.
Brazil ratifies the EU-Mercosur trade agreement
Brazil has ratified the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, pending only parliamentary approval from Paraguay for full ratification by all member countries.
Senate approves EU-Mercosur agreement and text goes to Lula for signing
The Brazilian Senate has approved the long-negotiated free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur, moving it forward for presidential sanction.
Senate approves agreement between Mercosur and the European Union
The Brazilian Senate unanimously approved the long-awaited free trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, aimed at creating one of the world's largest free trade areas.
Lula government publishes decree regulating protection for Brazilian agribusiness in the EU-Mercosur agreement
The Lula government has published a decree to implement safeguard measures aimed at protecting Brazilian producers under the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement.
CRE cancels meeting and Mercosur-European Union agreement goes directly to Senate plenary
The Mercosur-European Union trade agreement will be voted directly in the Brazilian Senate instead of in a committee meeting due to its historical importance.
The European Commission attempts to enforce free trade agreement despite the European Parliament's objections
The European Commission is moving forward with the implementation of the free trade agreement with Mercosur countries, despite potential pushback from the European Parliament.
Brazil at the Top of the World Trade Agenda
Brazil has made a significant move in its economic and diplomatic history by approving a long-awaited trade agreement with the European Union.
The European Commission congratulated Milei for being the "first" to meet the requirements for the agreement between Mercosur and the EU
The European Commission has congratulated Argentine President Javier Milei for being the first to fulfill the legal requirements for the EU-Mercosur agreement.
How the Mercosur-European Union agreement impacts when applied provisionally
The European Commission's president announced the provisional application of the Mercosur-European Union agreement after ratification from Argentina and Uruguay, with significant implications for trade.
The long road for the EU-Mercosur trade agreement to go from 'provisional application' to definitive
The EU-Mercosur trade agreement has moved into provisional application following ratification by Uruguay and Argentina, but faces further legal and parliamentary hurdles before it can be fully implemented.
European Union announces temporary implementation of free trade agreement with Mercosur
The European Union has announced the temporary implementation of its free trade agreement with Mercosur, seeking to gain a strategic advantage in the global market.
VIDEOS: RJ2 of Friday, February 27, 2026
The Senate in Brazil begins voting on labor reform amid protests, while various political and business updates unfold, including Trump's remarks about Lula and the anticipated EU-Mercosur agreement.
The EU accelerated the activation of Mercosur so as not to 'weaken' its 'economic and political position': 'It is a geostrategic urgency'
The EU has prioritized the provisional activation of the Mercosur agreement to enhance its economic standing and counter geostrategic challenges from rivals.
Alckmin says that the EU-Mercosur agreement should come into effect by the end of May
Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin has announced that the EU-Mercosur trade agreement is expected to be ratified and come into force by the end of May 2023.
EU-Mercosur Agreement Expected to Come into Effect in Brazil by the End of May, Says Alckmin
Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin announced that the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement could become effective in Brazil by the end of May if approved by the Senate shortly.
The trade agreement was at risk of completely stalling – Now there has been a turn
The European Commission is set to temporarily apply the Mercosur trade agreement as Uruguay and Argentina have ratified the accord.
Mercosur: Ursula von der Leyen's 'Bad Surprise' for Emmanuel Macron
The European Commission's unilateral decision to provisionally apply the Mercosur trade agreement has sparked tensions between Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron, with France expressing significant discontent.
The Spanish countryside maintains its rejection of the agreement between the EU and Mercosur: 'It puts healthy and safe food at risk'
Spanish agricultural organizations express strong opposition to the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing risks to national products and consumers.
SZ in the Evening: News from February 27, 2026
The CDU faces a nervous election season in Baden-Württemberg and Rheinland-Pfalz as polls indicate a tightening race; Ursula von der Leyen enacts the Mercosur agreement amid criticism; escalated tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan are highlighted amid mutual accusations of harboring terrorists.
SYRIZA on Mercosur: Mitsotakis is the same 'face' as von der Leyen – He must take a stance on what he will do with farmers in Greece
SYRIZA criticizes Ursula von der Leyen for advancing the EU-Mercosur agreement, arguing that it undermines democracy in Europe and harms Greek farmers.
Macron criticizes EU decision to expedite trade agreement with Mercosur: 'bad surprise'
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his dissatisfaction with the EU's decision to expedite the trade agreement with Mercosur, deeming it a 'bad surprise' that undermines local producers.
The European Union will begin applying the "Mercosur" agreement
The European Commission announced a temporary application of the Mercosur trade agreement, which faces criticism from French President Emmanuel Macron and requires full ratification from the European Parliament.
Germany: Satisfaction with the Decision for the Provisional Application of the EU-Mercosur Agreement
Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expressed satisfaction with the provisional implementation of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, emphasizing its potential benefits for both Europe and Latin America.
The EU accelerated the entry into force of the trade agreement with Mercosur
The European Union has initiated the temporary application of the free trade agreement with the South American bloc Mercosur, earlier than expected due to a challenge at the European Court.
After 25 Years of Negotiation, the Giant Deal Moves Forward - EU to Apply
The European Union has announced the temporary application of the Mercosur trade agreement, a deal that has been negotiated for 25 years with South American countries.
Paris criticizes, while Berlin praises EU's decision to implement the agreement with MERCOSUR
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed surprise and discontent over the EU's unilateral decision to temporarily apply the MERCOSUR agreement without prior voting in the European Parliament.
Macron against von der Leyen over the decision regarding Mercosur: "Unpleasant surprise"
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his dissatisfaction with the European Commission's decision to temporarily implement the Mercosur trade agreement, which has been blocked by the European Parliament.
Mercosur: Emmanuel Macron denounces a 'bad surprise' and a 'bad manner' from the European Commission
Emmanuel Macron criticized the European Commission for unilaterally deciding to provisionally apply the Mercosur trade agreement despite France's opposition.
France's Macron criticizes EU Mercosur decision: 'Unpleasant surprise'
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his disapproval of the EU's decision to temporarily apply the Mercosur agreement with South American countries, calling it an 'unpleasant surprise.'