Chamber approves Mercosur-EU agreement, establishing a free trade zone between blocs
The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved a long-discussed free trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur, aiming to enhance trade relations significantly.
Africa: Africa's Trade Blocs Were Designed to Unite the Continent - Four Reasons They Haven't Delivered
The article discusses the reasons for the slow progress in regional integration among Africa's trade blocs despite efforts to create the African Continental Free Trade Area.
Argentina seeks greater flexibility from Mercosur, says Foreign Minister
Argentina aims to increase flexibility within Mercosur to allow more open negotiations and trade agreements with other countries or blocs, according to Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno.
Lula's Government Sends Mercosur-EU Agreement to Congress; Motta Promises Analysis of the Text
The Brazilian government has sent the Mercosur-European Union agreement to Congress for approval, aiming to reduce or eliminate tariffs on over 90% of total trade between the blocs.