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Mercosur gamble shows von der Leyen thinks she can go over France’s head
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Mercosur gamble shows von der Leyen thinks she can go over France’s head

Politico Europe · Mar 2, 2026 · Collected from RSS

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As the end of Macron era approaches, the European Commission chief dared to ignore French concerns on mega trade deal.

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French trade chief: EU should learn from Trump’s tariffs, not ‘get angry’ The transatlantic trade war should motivate Europe to get its own act together, Nicolas Forissier tells POLITICO. Feb 27 4 mins read New Louvre president appointed months after spectacular heist Christophe Leribault takes over from Laurence des Cars, who resigned Tuesday. Feb 25 2 mins read We’ll find a way to get round Hungary and deliver Ukraine’s €90B loan, EU vows EU chiefs assure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy they have the tools to unblock the funds. Feb 24 2 mins read ‘Made in Europe’ row brings back Brexit’s bitter memories British ministers are concerned that U.K. firms won’t be treated fairly under new European rules. Feb 24 5 mins read

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