Brazil proposed an environmental approach to the EU, emphasizing balanced commercial trade-offs. Europe’s barriers could lead to Mercosur’s reassessments regarding the EU trade deal. EU’s Green Party and environmentalists show concern. They feel this might undermine anti-deforestation efforts. Ursula von der Leyen remains hopeful for a 2023 deal. Brazilian officials note Europe’s positive response. Two-decade […]
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