The EU and Mercosur have signed a historic free trade agreement, despite vocal opposition from French farmers and local authorities concerned about agricultural impact.
French National Assembly debates two motions of censure from LFI and RN against the EU-Mercosur trade agreement amid agricultural protests, though motions are set to fail due to lack of support from major parties.
Around 350 tractors converged in Paris on January 13, 2026, to protest the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, demanding immediate government action to protect food sovereignty.
The EU-Mercosur trade agreement signing approaches amid French farmer opposition and possible delays due to provisional implementation disputes.
Despite lifting some blockades, French farmers intensify protests against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, citing fears over cheaper imports and agricultural instability.
Farmers across France ramp up protests with blockades and traffic disruptions opposing the EU-Mercosur trade treaty amid government warnings and financial aid.
Economy Minister Roland Lescure warns Mercosur treaty harms Europe and stresses urgency of budget agreement to prevent government instability.
France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement amid strong agricultural protests and political challenges, as the EU approves the deal without French support.
France votes against the EU-Mercosur trade agreement amid domestic agricultural opposition, facing isolation within the EU as the agreement moves forward.
French President Emmanuel Macron declares opposition to the EU-Mercosur trade agreement amidst agricultural crisis and political pressure, challenging France's trade policy direction.
France's government stands against the EU-Mercosur trade deal amid farmers' protests, as the EU moves toward finalizing the agreement despite dissent.
President Macron confirms France's opposition to the Mercosur agreement amid political protests and RN's motion of censure against the government.
French President Macron has decided that France will vote against the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing agricultural protection and limited economic benefit, though the deal is expected to pass.
Farmers in Toulouse escalate protests against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, causing major blockades and demanding government action as France struggles to resist the agreement.
The EU-Mercosur trade deal offers modest economic benefits for France's industrial sectors but challenges the agricultural industry, sparking farmers' protests amid concerns over trade imbalances and rural sustainability.
French farmers demonstrate against the EU-Mercosur trade deal at President Macron's residence while the agreement's signing is postponed to January due to agricultural sector opposition.
The EU-Mercosur trade deal signing has been delayed to January 2026 due to protests from French farmers and health concerns, with government and EU officials seeking stronger protections for agriculture.
The European Parliament has bolstered protections for farmers against impacts from the EU-Mercosur trade deal, amid French calls for delay and protests over livestock disease and trade risks.
France and Italy jointly oppose the rapid ratification of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, demanding stronger agricultural protections and signaling potential delays despite pressure from other EU countries and Brazil.
French agricultural unions vehemently oppose the Mercosur trade agreement over concerns about beef imports and a cattle disease outbreak, calling on President Macron for action.
France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement due to farmer concerns as the European Commission pushes for a December signing amid protests and calls for political clarity.
Amid strong opposition from French farmers and unions, France has requested a delay in the EU vote on the controversial EU-Mercosur trade agreement due to concerns over insufficient protections for local agriculture.
France seeks to delay the EU-Mercosur trade agreement approval, demanding stronger safeguards to protect its agriculture before any signing.
The French National Assembly overwhelmingly opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, urging government action ahead of December votes due to concerns over agriculture and climate.
Farmers in Normandy protested the EU-Mercosur trade deal, voicing worries about the future of agriculture and using symbolic actions like tractor blockades and suspended signs.
France and Ukraine finalized an agreement for supplying 100 Rafale jets amid sharp criticism from the Kremlin, marking a key moment in ongoing defense support.
France's agricultural sector mobilizes against the EU-Mercosur trade deal following Macron's positive signals, with calls for protests and demands for protective safeguards.
French President Macron supports the EU-Mercosur trade agreement with safeguards, but France's main agricultural union FNSEA strongly opposes it, sparking controversy ahead of a key Mercosur summit.
French farmers protest the EU-Mercosur trade pact, fearing increased competition from imports.
Farmers and supporters will protest in Paris on October 14 against the EU-Mercosur trade deal.
French local government bodies have united to oppose the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, calling for action from President Macron.
France showcases a dual stance on the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, balancing opposition with acceptance of new guarantees.