Lula Urges Macron to Approve Mercosur-EU Trade Deal

Brazil's President Lula publicly called on his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron to approve the long-awaited trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union. Speaking at a press conference on June 7th, 2025, Lula stated, "Macron, open your heart to Brazil and sign this agreement." This appeal highlights the importance of the deal for Brazil and the Mercosul countries. Lula framed the agreement as a crucial step to counter the unilateralist policies of the previous US administration under Donald Trump. The Mercosul-EU agreement has been under negotiation for years and its ratification faces several hurdles. Lula's direct appeal underscores the urgency and importance that Brazil attaches to this deal, emphasizing its potential to boost economic growth and regional stability. The success of this agreement would mark a significant step towards multilateralism in global trade.