France Rallies Against EU-Mercosur Trade Deal

French farmers and government officials intensify efforts to block the trade agreement due to concerns over agricultural impacts.

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has stated that the EU-Mercosur trade deal is unacceptable for France, citing potential negative impacts on the agricultural sector.
The French government is employing all institutional means to prevent the ratification of the agreement, which it views as detrimental to local farmers.
Farmers across France are mobilizing in protest against the deal, with demonstrations planned to coincide with the G20 summit in Brazil.
There is widespread opposition within France, including from over 600 parliamentarians, against the agreement, which they argue would allow unfair competition from South American agricultural products.
Despite France's resistance, the EU is pushing to finalize the deal by the end of the year, with support from countries like Germany and Spain.