France stands alone among major European nations in rejecting the EU’s proposed free trade agreement with Mercosur countries. Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s visit to Brussels aims to reinforce France’s stance, as over 600 parliamentarians demand safeguards against deforestation and alignment with climate goals. Despite isolated opposition, key EU states like Germany and Spain advocate for the deal, citing economic benefits. With the EU’s pushing for the agreement to combat Chinese competition, securing a veto appears challenging for France amid a politically divided landscape.