CNI: negotiations with Canada and Mexico gain relevance after frustration with Mercosur-EU

The National Confederation of Industry (CNI) expressed frustration and concern over the postponement of the signing of the agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, which was expected on Saturday, 20, during the summit of the heads of state of the South American bloc. In light of the lack of consensus among European countries that delayed the conclusion of the agreement, the CNI emphasizes that the ongoing negotiations with countries like Canada and Mexico, as well as the launch of negotiations with Central American partners and the United Kingdom, have gained even more importance. The entity says that the negotiated text between Mercosur and the European Union brings benefits to both sides and respects the balance between economic, social, and environmental interests. For the CNI, despite the postponement, there is a solid base and room for dialogue for the process to find political conditions and be concluded by the beginning of next year. "For the Brazilian industry, ...