The mega trade deal that has French farmers in uproar

Von der Leyen clinches EU-Mercosur trade deal, in face of French opposition

The European Commission and Mercosur countries announced on Friday the conclusion of an agreement creating a free trade area covering 780 million people. However, the deal will have to be sealed by EU..

French farmers continue protests against EU-Mercosur free trade agreement

Proponents of the EU-Mercosur deal argue it would boost economic ties between Europe and South America by removing tariffs on exports, notably for machinery, chemicals and cars. However, the deal is..

Farmers block highway near French-Spanish border in protest against EU-Mercosur deal

Farmers have staged protests throughout the week across France, saying the EU-Mercosur trade deal threatens their livelihoods.