新华社布鲁塞尔1月9日电（记者康逸）欧盟消息人士证实，欧盟成员国代表9日投票通过欧盟-南方共同 市场（南共市）自由贸易协定，为双方正式签署该协定铺平道路。（完） ...

新华财经巴黎1月9日电（记者孙毅）法国总统马克龙8日说，法国决定将对欧盟与南方共同市场（南共 市）签署自由贸易协定投反对票。 （文章来源：新华社） 马克龙当天在社交媒体发文表示，法国支持国际贸易，但"南共市-欧盟自贸协定是一项过时的协定，谈 判历时过长，且谈判条款也已过时"。他强调，尽管贸易多元化有必要，但该协定对法国和欧洲经济增 长的益处有限，不应让"对法国粮食主权至关重要的农业部门承受风险"。 欧盟与南共市的自贸协定谈判始于20多年前。根据协定，欧盟将扩大向南美出口汽车、机械、葡萄酒和 烈酒等产品，而南美的牛肉、食用糖、大米、蜂蜜和大豆等农产品将更便捷地进入欧洲市场。 欧盟成员国代表定于9日就签署该协定进行表决。该协定需得到27个成员国中合计覆盖欧盟65%以上人 口的至少15个国家以及欧洲议会批准。欧盟内部对于协定内容仍有分歧，尤其担忧进口农产品损害欧盟 农民利益。作为欧盟第二大经济体，法国一直反对该协定。 法国农民8日凌晨驾驶约100辆拖拉机进入首都巴黎并在多个地标性地点封堵道路，反对该自贸协定。去 年12月欧盟峰会期间，来自欧洲多国的数千名农民也曾在比利时布鲁塞尔市中心举行类似抗议活动，欧 盟委员会随 ...

欧盟成员国代表定于9日就欧盟与南共市签署自贸协定进行表决。这一协定需得到27个成员国中合计覆 盖欧盟65%以上人口的至少15个国家以及欧洲议会批准。 （文章来源：央视新闻客户端） 法国总统马克龙8日说，法国决定对欧盟与南方共同市场签署自由贸易协定投反对票。 马克龙当天在社交媒体上发文说，法国支持国际贸易，但南共市-欧盟自贸协定是一项"过时的协定，谈 判历时过长，且谈判条款也已过时"。 ...

欧盟成员国代表定于9日就欧盟与南方共同市场（南共市）自由贸易协定进行表决，但欧盟内部对于协 定内容仍有分歧，尤其担忧进口农产品影响欧盟农民利益。法国和匈牙利政府已重申反对该协定，意大 利则表示希望修改其中关键条款。意大利《24小时太阳报》8日刊发的采访报道中，意大利农业、粮食 主权和林业部长弗朗切斯科·洛洛布里吉达说，意方希望修订当前协定文本中旨在保护欧盟本土农民利 益的"保障条款"。（新华社） ...

Core Viewpoint - France plans to ban the import of food products from South America and other regions that contain residues of EU-prohibited pesticides, aiming to protect consumers and the supply chain while combating unfair competition [2][5]. Group 1: Regulatory Changes - French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced that a decree will be issued in the coming days to suspend imports of products containing residues of substances such as mancozeb, glyphosate, methyl thiophanate, and carbendazim [2][5]. - Specific products banned from entering France include avocados, mangoes, guavas, citrus fruits, grapes, and apples from South America and other regions [2][5]. Group 2: Agricultural Concerns - French farmers have expressed concerns about low-priced imported agricultural products impacting the market and the compliance of these products with EU health and environmental standards, which has hindered the signing of a free trade agreement with Mercosur countries [2][5]. - The EU officials plan to push for the formal implementation of the agreement in mid-January after adding certain safeguard clauses to the text [2][5]. Group 3: Political Context - The new regulation is described as the "first step" in protecting consumers and the supply chain, with an emphasis on increasing inspection efforts to ensure all imported products meet national health standards [2][5]. - Farmers have also protested by blocking roads against the government's strict culling policies to control animal diseases, amidst a backdrop of political instability with the French government having faced three collapses in the past year [2][5].

Core Viewpoint - The State Council's Tariff Commission announced a tariff adjustment plan for 2026, implementing provisional import tariffs lower than the most-favored-nation rate on 935 items starting January 1, 2026 [1] Group 1: Tariff Adjustments - The adjustment plan includes lowering tariffs on key components, advanced materials, and energy resources, which is a significant aspect of the provisional tariff changes [4] - Specific reductions will be made on import tariffs for resource products such as regenerated black powder for lithium-ion batteries and unroasted pyrite [4] - The total number of tariff items will be optimized to 8,972, including new entries like smart bionic robots and bio-aviation kerosene [7] Group 2: Economic and Social Impact - The large-scale tariff reduction reflects China's commitment to expanding openness and is expected to promote win-win cooperation across multiple sectors [2] - Lowering tariffs on medical products, such as artificial blood vessels and diagnostic kits for infectious diseases, aims to reduce the burden on residents and improve public health [6] - The tariff adjustments are designed to support green development and innovation, facilitating the achievement of carbon neutrality goals [4][6] Group 3: Trade Agreements and International Relations - China will continue to implement preferential tariffs for goods from 34 trade partners under 24 free trade agreements, as well as maintain zero-tariff treatment for 100% of products from 43 least developed countries [7] - The adjustments demonstrate China's proactive approach to expanding its high-standard free trade network amid rising trade protectionism globally [7]

Core Viewpoint - The State Council Tariff Commission has released the "2026 Tariff Adjustment Plan," which will implement a temporary import tariff lower than the most-favored-nation rate on 935 items starting January 1, 2026, to enhance the synergy between domestic and international markets and resources [1][2]. Group 1: Import Temporary Tariff - A temporary import tariff will be applied to 935 items (excluding tariff quota goods) [6]. - The adjustment aims to promote high-level technological self-reliance, reduce import tariffs on key components and advanced materials such as CNC hydraulic pads and composite joints [1]. - It supports the green transformation of the economy by lowering tariffs on resource-based products like regenerated black powder for lithium-ion batteries [1]. - The plan also aims to improve people's livelihoods by reducing tariffs on medical products such as artificial blood vessels and diagnostic kits for certain infectious diseases [1]. Group 2: Tariff Quota Rates - The tariff quota management will continue for eight categories of imported goods, including wheat, with unchanged tax rates [7]. - Specific fertilizers like urea, compound fertilizers, and ammonium hydrogen phosphate will maintain a 1% temporary import tariff within quota limits [7]. Group 3: Export Tariff Rates - Export tariffs will continue to be levied on 107 items, with 68 of these items subject to temporary export tariffs [8]. Group 4: Tax Items and Annotations - Adjustments have been made to certain tax items and annotations, resulting in a total of 8,972 tax items and 201 annotations for domestic items [9]. Group 5: Agreement Tariffs - The plan continues to implement agreement tariffs on certain imported goods from 34 trade partners based on 24 free trade agreements and preferential trade arrangements [10]. - Further tax reductions will be implemented according to agreements with countries such as New Zealand, Peru, Switzerland, and others [10]. Group 6: Preferential Tariffs - 43 least developed countries will continue to receive zero tariff treatment on 100% of tariff items, with preferential tariffs applied [11]. - Certain imported goods from Bangladesh, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar will also continue to enjoy preferential tariff rates based on agreements [11].

Core Viewpoint - The protest in Brussels reflects the desperation of European farmers facing multiple pressures, leading to a significant backlash against EU policies that are perceived to undermine their livelihoods [4][12]. Group 1: Causes of the Protest - The EU's trade policies, particularly the allowance of duty-free imports of low-cost agricultural products from Ukraine, have severely impacted local farmers, with Polish wheat prices dropping by 40% [4]. - The proposed free trade agreement with South American countries, which would allow low-cost beef, sugar, and soybeans to flood the European market, has made farmers feel betrayed by the EU [6]. - Rising production costs due to carbon taxes and fluctuating energy prices have increased the cost of farming, while the prices of agricultural products remain suppressed, leading to reduced farmer incomes [9]. - The EU's Green Deal, which imposes strict regulations on pesticide and fertilizer use, has further burdened farmers, who feel disadvantaged compared to competitors from regions without such restrictions [12]. Group 2: Nature of the Protest - Farmers expressed their discontent through extreme measures, including burning tires and blocking major roads in Brussels, while also throwing unsold produce at police and EU buildings [15]. - The protest highlighted deep divisions within the EU, with countries like France and Poland advocating for the protection of agriculture, while others prioritize industrial exports [18]. Group 3: EU Response - In response to the protests, the EU made concessions, including withdrawing a proposed regulation to reduce pesticide use and temporarily exempting farmers from land fallow requirements [21]. - The EU also postponed plans to sign a free trade agreement with South American countries following strong opposition from leaders in France and Italy [21]. Group 4: Implications - While the protest achieved tactical victories for farmers, it serves as a warning for the EU about the potential backlash when political agendas and free trade policies compromise the livelihoods of ordinary citizens [23].

Core Insights - The European Union is one of Brazil's most important agricultural export markets, second only to China [1] - Brazil's agricultural exports to the EU reached $22.89 billion from January to November 2025, with coffee, forest products, and meat being the main export categories [1] Export Data - In the same period, Brazil's agricultural exports to China accounted for 34% of total exports, while exports to the EU represented 15% [1] - Coffee bean exports amounted to $6.43 billion, showing a year-on-year increase of $1.22 billion [1] - Beef exports significantly increased by 83.2%, totaling $820 million [1] - Pulp exports decreased by 12.6%, reaching $1.98 billion [1] Import Data - Brazil's agricultural imports from the EU totaled $3.57 billion, remaining stable compared to the previous year [1] - Major import categories included oilseeds (excluding soybeans), beverages, forest products, grains, flour and its products, vegetables, and fruits [1]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of accelerating the process of regional and bilateral trade investment agreements in response to the changing landscape of international economic cooperation and competition, particularly in light of rising unilateralism and protectionism [1] Group 1: Current Status of Trade Agreements - China has signed 23 free trade agreements with 30 countries and regions, accounting for approximately 43% of its total foreign trade [2] - There are 111 effective bilateral investment agreements, with 92 signed with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative [2] - The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has been signed and is the largest free trade area globally, significantly promoting regional trade and investment [2] Group 2: Strategic Focus Areas - The strategy focuses on expanding the coverage of trade investment agreements by increasing the network of high-standard free trade areas and negotiating with more global southern countries [2] - There is an emphasis on improving the quality of trade investment agreements by aligning with international high-standard economic and trade rules, increasing the proportion of zero-tariff products, and enhancing protections in various sectors [3] - The effectiveness of existing trade investment agreements will be strengthened through high-quality implementation, optimizing public services, and increasing the utilization rate of these agreements by enterprises [3]