EU-Latin America trade deal: Who wins?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 15, 2026 at 11:35 AM

EU-Latin America trade deal: Who wins?

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In January 2026, the European Union and the Mercosur bloc of five Latin American nations finalized a comprehensive trade agreement after nearly 25 years of negotiations. This pact establishes one of the world's largest free-trade zones, linking markets encompassing over 700 million people. The agreement aims to reduce Europe's economic dependence on China. Despite opposition from European farmers, the deal proceeded amidst global trade tensions, including US tariffs and intervention in Venezuela. The agreement also raises questions about future investments in Venezuela's oil sector and the profitability of Greenland's natural resources.

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Greenland 40% Big Oil 50% Donald Trump 60% China 60% Venezuela ×270% Mercosur ×280% European Union ×290%

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eu-latin america trade deal 100% free-trade zone 80% mercosur 70% trade pact 70% economic reliance on china 60% tariffs 50% farmers 40% venezuela 40%

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Venezuela

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