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Historical evolution
of the negotiations
between Mercosur
and the European
Union.
By Dana Chavarro, Luisa Diaz and Santiago Mejia
Mercosur
On March 26, 1991 Mercosur is
established, a regional economic bloc
comprising Argentina, Brazil,
Paraguay, and Uruguay. The relations
between the European Union (EU) and
Mercosur began almost with the
creation of Mercosur itself
The Role of Spain
and Portugal
Played a role in bringing the EU and
Mercosur closer, but their influence
was limited by the EU's internal
politics and broader strategies. The
EU's interest in Mercosur stemmed
from global shifts and its trade
strategy, not just Iberian influence.
Agreements
In 1995, a framework agreement was
signed, laying the groundwork for
comprehensive interregional
partnership negotiations; also in 1999
began formal negotiations for a
comprehensive Free Trade Agreement
(FTA) between Mercosur and the EU
commence.
Free Trade
Agreement
European Union was motivated by
economic interests. The EU saw
Mercosur as a rapidly growing
market and a potential economic
partner. The Commission argued
that a free trade agreement would be
necessary to maintain its position as
Mercosur's leading trade partner
and prevent Asian competitors.
SOUTH AMERICA,
THE NEW
ATTRACTIVE.
The Mercosur started to
become an attractive
market for all European
companies, which saw “the
South
American market as a new
financial horizon, a way of
opening up to global
competition and staking the
EU’s place
among competitors”
The EU's GDP per capita
triples that of MERCOSUR,
and the EU enjoys a more
unified economic and
political landscape with a
common currency and single
market
The negotiations have been
affected by broader
geopolitical dynamics,
including the rise of
protectionism and populism.
THE AGRICULTURE
While the fact that Mercosur did not
consolidate its internal rules and
standards was certainly a contributing
factor, this should not be taken lightly.
Even with an institutionally unified
Mercosur, serious disagreements over
trade liberalization in agriculture would
persist.
Civil society groups and
environmental organizations have
raised concerns about the potential
negative consequences of the
agreement on local communities and
ecosystems.
The EU has a GDP
per capita 3 times
larger than
MERCOSUR
The relationship between MERCOSUR and the EU is complex and multifaceted,
characterized by asymmetry, internal divisions, and uncertainty.
A False Reflection: The Asymmetry at Play
The dream of a mirrored partnership between
MERCOSUR and the EU crumbles under scrutiny.
MERCOSUR, a South American economic union, pales
in comparison to the EU's economic might and
integrated structure.
Social and
Cultural
Exchange
Promote educational
exchange programs
and cultural events
to foster mutual
understanding and
collaboration.
Bridge the
technological gap
between the regions
A Double-Edged Sword: The Potential Impact
of an Agreement
A trade agreement, if reached, could be a double-edged
sword for MERCOSUR. Increased trade and investment with
the EU could provide a much-needed economic boost.
A Fractured Voice: Internal Disunity
Within MERCOSUR
Adding to the challenge is the lack of
a unified voice within MERCOSUR.
Member states like Brazil and
Argentina, eager for a piece of the
lucrative European market, push for a
deal.
References
Nolte, D., & Correa Neto Ribeiro, C. (2021). MERCOSUR AND THE EU:
THE FALSE MIRROR. MERCOSUR AND THE EU: THE FALSE MIRROR,
https://www.scielo.br/j/ln/a/9Msq5gFqccKCBxWL9zDFDps/?
format=pdf&lang=en
The European Union and Brazil - International Cooperation. (s. f.).
EEAS. https://www.eeas.europa.eu/brazil/european-union-and-brazilinternational-cooperation_en?s=191
EU Communication (2019) on stepping up EU action to protect and
restore the world’s forests. (2019, 23 julio). European Commission.
https://commission.europa.eu/publications/eu-communication-2019stepping-eu-action-protect-and-restore-worlds-forests_en
The State and Civil Society Organizations: Friends or Foes? (s. f.).
GMFUS. https://www.gmfus.org/news/state-and-civil-societyorganizations-friends-or-foes
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