SAO PAULO, Feb 25 (Reuters) - Brazil's lower house on Wednesday approved the recently signed free trade agreement between the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur, pending a green light
Brazil’s Lower House Backs EU-Mercosur Free Trade Pact After 25 Years
Brazil’s Lower House Vote
Deal Overview and Ratification Path
SAO PAULO, Feb 25 (Reuters) - Brazil's lower house on Wednesday approved the recently signed free trade agreement between the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur, pending a green light from the Senate to ensure the country's full endorsement of the deal.
25 Years of Negotiations
Mercosur Member Approvals
The approval by the legislatures of Mercosur's members - Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay - is a necessary step for the trade accord to take effect after 25 years of negotiations.
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(Reporting by Fernando Cardoso)
