Pascal Canfin, a French MEP, voiced strong opposition to the EU’s upcoming trade agreement with the Mercosur countries (Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay) due to lacking provisions on climate and biodiversity. He emphasized the need for France to rally support to form a blocking minority in the European Parliament, where the approval vote may be closely contested. Canfin highlighted that while opposition is strong in France, mobilization among European agricultural unions, particularly in key nations like Italy and Poland, is crucial for mounting an effective resistance against the deal.

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