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EU reaches agreement on Mercosur deal

Agricultural groups across Europe voice opposition to deal

Alex Black
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EU reaches agreement on Mercosur deal

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has moved to reassure farmers safeguards are in place after reaching an agreement on the EU-Mercosur deal. Ms von der Leyen said it was a 'win-win'....

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