Several EU countries are advocating for a strategic deal to reduce trade barriers with select North African and Middle Eastern states, aligning them with EU market rules. This initiative, part of the upcoming Pact for the Mediterranean, aims to diversify trade away from Russia and China and strengthen integration in the region. The document outlines the need for regulatory harmonization, market access, and support for local producers, while also referencing past attempts at trade integration. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)