European ambassadors approve Mercosur trade deal with some opposition

European ambassadors have approved the controversial Mercosur trade deal, with five countries opposing and one abstaining. The remaining EU countries voted in favor of the agreement, which now moves closer to final approval in the EU Parliament.

This decision follows ongoing discussions regarding the implications of the trade deal, which aims to strengthen economic ties between the European Union and the Mercosur bloc, comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The deal has faced criticism and opposition from various member states due to concerns over environmental and agricultural impacts.

The approval by the ambassadors is a significant step in the legislative process, as it sets the stage for further deliberations in the EU Parliament, where the deal will be subject to additional scrutiny and debate.

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