The agricultural union, LA UNIÓ de Llauradors, is criticizing the high administrative and bureaucratic costs of exporting citrus fruits and persimmons from Spain to third countries, citing Peru's new protocol as an example. The union emphasizes that while these countries do not have any administrative costs for exporting to the EU, Spanish producers face significant hurdles and expenses. The union also points out the discrepancy in the strict export protocols demanded by these countries, contrasted with the EU's advanced waste control, environmental, and human rights standards, and lack of reciprocity from European authorities. LA UNIÓ is calling for the European Union to consider the broader community interest in export negotiations instead of focusing on individual interests to prevent Spanish producers from being disadvantaged in bilateral negotiations.