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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

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.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Gibraltar, a good beginning

The agreement between the UK and the EU clarifies the future of Gibraltar, requiring ongoing trust-building efforts.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 21:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India-EU's 'Mother of All Deals' to Reduce Tariffs on Luxury Cars

The India-EU free trade agreement draft, termed the 'Mother of All Deals', aims to enhance bilateral trade by granting mutual tariff reductions over five years, especially benefiting exports and European luxury goods.

Feb 27 โ€ข 20:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The trade agreement was at risk of completely stalling โ€“ 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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Temu has started cooperation with an Estonian company for waste management compliance

E-commerce platform Temu has signed an agreement with an Estonian accredited producer responsibility organization to assist its sellers in complying with electronic and battery waste management requirements.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

SYRIZA on Mercosur: Mitsotakis is the same 'face' as von der Leyen โ€“ 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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

A new creative model could dramatically strengthen the EU

Ukraine is striving for EU membership by 2027 as part of a potential peace agreement, with the EU considering a new expansion model that experts believe could significantly enhance the union.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

European Union willing to accept that Trump imposes tariffs... with one condition

The European Union is open to a trade agreement with the U.S. that includes a universal 10% tariff on many exports, provided the U.S. lowers tariffs on key sectors such as pharmaceuticals and aircraft.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

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.'

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The EU will temporarily implement the 'Mercosur' agreement

The European Commission is set to temporarily implement the Mercosur agreement with South American countries after years of negotiations, although it faces controversy within the EU.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Free Trade: von der Leyen Implements Mercosur Agreement

Ursula von der Leyen has implemented the EU free trade agreement with Mercosur countries despite lacking approval from the European Parliament, following ratification by Uruguay and Argentina.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The European Union will temporarily implement the agreement with Mercosur

The EU is moving forward with a temporary implementation of the trade agreement with Mercosur despite challenges.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Customs duties, agriculture, climate... What does the EU-Mercosur agreement really contain?

The EU-Mercosur agreement, long discussed and now set for provisional application despite French reservations, outlines points related to customs duties, agriculture, and climate.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The EU Commission allows the Mercosur agreement to come into effect for the time being

The EU Commission permits the Mercosur trade agreement to come into effect while awaiting review by the EU Court.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

EU-Mercosur Agreement: French Minister of Agriculture "regrets" the provisional application of the treaty

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard expressed regret over the EU's decision to provisionally apply the Mercosur agreement, stating that it undermines the decisions of the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

The EU will launch the agreement with Mercosur. Von der Leyen will not wait for the European Parliament vote.

The European Union has announced it will begin to implement a significant trade agreement with Mercosur despite the European Parliament not having approved it yet.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Europe activated the agreement with Mercosur, and the free trade treaty starts on May 1

The European Commission has announced the provisional enforcement of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement starting May 1, following ratification by Argentina and Uruguay.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mercosur: The agreement will be implemented 'provisionally', says von der Leyen

The European Union will temporarily implement the Mercosur free trade agreement according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Despite strong opposition: EU Commission wants to provisionally apply Mercosur Agreement

The EU Commission intends to provisionally implement the Mercosur trade agreement despite strong opposition from the European Parliament, following ratifications from Uruguay and Argentina.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Von der Leyen says the EU-Mercosur agreement will come into effect despite legal review

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement will enter into provisional effect despite a legal review initiated by the European Parliament last month.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

It was kicked to the corner, but the EU is now resuming the controversial trade agreement

The EU has announced the provisional start of the Mercosur trade agreement with four South American countries, despite a prior hold from the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Free Trade Agreement: EU Commission Announces Mercosur Application

The EU Commission plans to implement the free trade agreement with the Mercosur countries despite an ongoing review by the European Court of Justice.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Von der Leyen announces the 'provisional application' of the Mercosur agreement and overcomes the blockade from the extreme left and right

The European Commission has activated the provisional application of the Mercosur agreement, overcoming opposition from both extreme left and right factions in the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The EU Commission allows the Mercosur agreement to come into effect temporarily

The EU Commission has allowed the Mercosur trade agreement to take effect pending a court review.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

The European Union will provisionally implement the free trade agreement with Mercosur, announces Ursula von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU will provisionally implement the free trade agreement with Mercosur after Uruguay became the first country to ratify the accord.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Von der Leyen: EU to temporarily apply the Mercosur agreement

The European Union will temporarily implement the Mercosur agreement with South American countries, as announced by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, despite previous delays over agricultural and environmental concerns.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

EU accelerates trade agreement with Mercosur

The European Union has expedited the provisional application of a free trade agreement with Mercosur, aiming to secure significant economic advantages, as announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Brussels announces the provisional application of the trade agreement with Mercosur

The European Commission has announced the provisional application of the trade agreement with Mercosur following ratifications from Argentina and Uruguay, despite legal uncertainties raised by the European Parliament.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Brussels implements EU-Mercosur trade agreement despite 'brake'

The EU will temporarily implement its trade agreement with Mercosur countries, announced Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, potentially prompting strong backlash from European capitals and lawmakers opposed to the deal.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Free Trade Agreement with Mercosur Countries - Economic Victory or Value-Based Risk?

The article discusses the implications of the newly signed free trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur, focusing on the economic benefits as well as potential dependency and ethical concerns.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU Parliament: Agreement with Qualco and ENG Group to strengthen digital systems

The European Parliament has signed a five-year contract with Qualco S.A. and ENG Group for testing and quality assurance of IT solutions across various EU institutions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government enacted the law of the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union

The Argentinian government has officially enacted the law for the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union following its approval by the Senate.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The chaos with Trump's tariffs increases pressure on Brussels to apply the EU-Mercosur agreement

The disarray caused by Trump's tariff policies is intensifying pressure on the European Commission to swiftly implement the EU-Mercosur trade agreement as Latin American countries push for rapid ratification.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"We are the champions", thus Bullrich celebrated that Argentina is "the first country" to enact the Mercosur agreement with the European Union

Senator Patricia Bullrich celebrated Argentina's status as the first country to enact the Mercosur agreement with the EU following Senate approval and President Javier Milei's signing of the decree.

Feb 26 โ€ข 23:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Abdala wanted to rush a vote and Mayans interrupted him: 'I will propose that you stay naked at the bench'

A heated exchange occurred in the Argentine Senate over a rushed vote on the EU-Mercosur agreement, highlighting tensions between the ruling coalition and the opposition.

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
World

Argentina and Uruguay vote in favor of trade agreement with the EU

Argentina and Uruguay have voted to approve a comprehensive trade agreement with the EU, known as Mercosur, while awaiting final approval from the EU Parliament and two other South American countries.

Feb 26 โ€ข 21:53 UTC

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