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MERCOSUR–EU Agreement Is Not About Tariffs: It's About Choosing a Place in the New Global Order, Says Marcelo Scaglione

According to the former Argentine official who led the country's OECD accession strategy, the agreement represents a geopolitical realignment, a catalyst for investment and a unique opportunity for Argentina and Latin America to integrate into global value chains through innovation, energy, critical minerals and regulatory convergence.

Patricio De Gaetano•Jul 1, 2026•5 min read

Portugal Positions Itself as Europe’s Gateway to Mercosur After New Argentina Financing Agreement

A new memorandum between Banco Português de Fomento and Argentina’s Federal Investment Council strengthens Portugal’s role as a bridge between Europe and South America as the EU–Mercosur agreement gains momentum.

EUBizNews Editorial•May 5, 2026

EU–Mercosur Deal Gains Strategic Importance in an Increasingly Fragmented Global Economy

The long-negotiated trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur is emerging as a key geopolitical and economic tool as global trade becomes more fragmented.

EUBizNews Editorial•May 2, 2026