南共市与欧盟正式签署自由贸易协议

Group 1 - The Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and the European Union officially signed a free trade agreement in Asunción, Paraguay, marking a significant step towards creating one of the world's largest free trade areas [1] - The combined market of Mercosur and the EU has over 700 million people, with a GDP that accounts for approximately 25% of the global GDP [1] - The agreement will eliminate tariffs on over 90% of goods traded between the two regions and establish common rules for trade in industrial and agricultural products, investment, and regulatory standards [1] Group 2 - Paraguayan President Peña, as the rotating president of Mercosur, expressed gratitude for the efforts made by leaders from both regions to finalize the agreement, calling it a historically significant day [1] - European Commission President von der Leyen emphasized that the agreement represents a choice for cooperation over division and fair trade over tariffs, aiming to bring tangible benefits to the people [1] - European Council President Costa stated that the signing of the agreement is a firm opposition to isolationism and the use of trade as a geopolitical weapon, highlighting the necessity of open markets for prosperity [1]