European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in Uruguay to finalize a significant trade agreement between the EU and South America’s Mercosur bloc, which has been contentious, particularly in France. Despite strong opposition from French farmers and criticism from…

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is a strong proponent of the free trade agreement with the European Union, highlighting the benefits it could bring to South America, including increased markets for Brazilian chicken and meat, as well as…