South America

Mercosur

The EU hopes former President Trump’s tariffs would spur Mercosur’s completion

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The European Union is optimistic that the tariffs imposed by former President Trump may provide the necessary impetus to finalize the Mercosur trade agreement. The potential for a transatlantic trade war is igniting optimism in Europe, as prospects rise for a commerce agreement with four South American nations to receive final approval, overcoming persistent resistance from … Read more

US China Trade War

Trump’s China trade war forces Latin America to choose

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The ongoing trade conflict initiated by Trump with China is compelling Latin American nations to make strategic choices regarding their alliances. Donald Trump is strategically involving the United States’ closest neighbors in his ongoing trade conflict with China, aiming to diminish the influence of the Asian powerhouse in a region that has historically been viewed as … Read more