Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, has promised EU farmers early access to €45 billion from the 2028 Common Agricultural Policy budget if the Mercosur trade agreement is signed. This agreement, which has been in negotiation for over 25 years, faces opposition from France and Italy, who are concerned about competition from Latin American imports. The outcome of the deal hinges on Italy's support, as it requires a qualified majority of member states to pass. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)