In an opinion adopted on Thursday 24 May, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) calls for the trade section of the association agreement between the European Union and Mercosur (Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay) – which is currently being negotiated – to be beneficial for both parties and not to sacrifice any sector, region or country.
This agreement would create a vast area of economic integration, bringing significant gains for both partners, enabling the Mercosur...