南共市与欧洲自贸联盟签署自贸协定

Core Points - Argentina and Brazil, along with other founding members of the Southern Common Market (Mercosur), signed a free trade agreement with Norway, Switzerland, and other members of the European Free Trade Association, creating a free trade area covering approximately 300 million people and an economic output exceeding $4.3 trillion [1][1][1] Group 1: Trade Agreement Details - The free trade agreement will improve market access for over 97% of export products between the parties, promoting trade growth and benefiting both businesses and individuals [1][1] - The agreement encompasses trade in goods, services, investment, and intellectual property, creating more opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises [1][1] - The dialogue for the free trade agreement began in March 2015, with 14 rounds of negotiations held, culminating in the completion of negotiations on July 2 this year in Buenos Aires [1][1] Group 2: Historical Context - The Southern Common Market was established in March 1991 with the signing of the Asunción Treaty by Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, officially launching in January 1995 [1][1] - The European Free Trade Association was founded in 1960, currently comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein [1][1]