EU-Mercosur Deal Faces Uncertainty Over Italy's Approval

Italy may not support EU-Mercosur deal.
Meloni says signing is premature.
Coldiretti opposes, Confindustria supports.
Meloni seeks more farmer protections.
European Parliament approved amendments on Dec 15.
Italy's stance risks blocking EU approval.
Deal covers 780M people and 25% of global GDP.
Farmers protest in Brussels, Merz highlights stakes.
Lula warns Brazil may abandon negotiations.

Politics | Agriculture | Trade

Italy | Brazil | EU

Friedrich Merz | Giorgia Meloni | Lula

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