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16 January 2026
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EU–Mercosur agreement: closer than ever to becoming reality
Trade and international relationsBilateral relationsAmericasEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will sign the EU-Mercosur* trade deal in Paraguay, a milestone moment for Europe.
Our Director General Markus J. Beyrer explains why this deal is crucial, from access to 270 million consumers and up to €4b billion a year in tariff savings, to stronger value chains and Europe’s strategic autonomy.
Now, we call on the European Parliament to act swiftly.
*Get more insights about the benefits that the EU-Mercosur agreement will provide to a wide array of business sectors.