Ireland’s Government Reviews EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Amid Environmental Concerns
Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue has stated that the Irish Government will scrutinize the EU-Mercosur trade deal before deciding on support. Concerns focus on environmental safeguards and food safety, essential for evaluating the agreement following its signing. Opponents, including farming groups, warn of adverse impacts on Ireland’s beef industry due to increased competition. Additionally, calls for collaboration with other EU member states in opposing the deal are gaining traction amid protests.