EFTA nations, comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Norway, are actively pursuing a trade agreement with Mercosur during their discussions in Brazil. This collaborative effort aims to enhance economic relations and trade between the two blocs. The EFTA countries, consisting of Europe’s wealthiest nations like Norway and Switzerland, operate independently of the European Union and enjoy […]
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