Brussels, 24/10/2003 (Agence Europe) - Given the scant progress made in five years of negotiations with the United States on the conclusion of a global agreement on wines and spirits, the European Commission is planning to come to a "mini-arrangement" with the Americans in this sector, giving priority to oenological practices and the protection of geographical indications and registered trademarks. This a minima agreement will be all the more vital as derogations on certification and...