The EU and Mexico have taken last May 22 a major step forward in their partnership by signing the Modernised Comprehensive Agreement and the Interim Trade Agreement. At the 8th EU-Mexico Summit held in Mexico City, both sides agreed to deepen their political and economic cooperation at a time of growing global uncertainty. The EU […]
EU-Chile Interim Trade Agreement enters into force
The EU-Chile Interim Trade Agreement (ITA) has entered into force, following the completion of Chile’s ratification process. The ITA, which was signed in December 2023, is of key geopolitical importance. It will boost the competitiveness of businesses on both sides, while providing a shared platform for the development of our net-zero economies. This work will be further underpinned by ongoing […]
EU foreign policy and its global impact
Last June, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, visited Latin America in order to strengthen ties with key partners. During her trip, she had the opportunity to visit Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Mexico. The Latin American tour also served to prepare for the summit between the EU and the Community of […]
EU and Chile strengthen cooperation on sustainable critical raw materials supply chains
As part of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States Summit (EU-CELAC) taking place in Brussels on 17 and 18 July, President Ursula von der Leyen and the President of Chile, Gabriel Boric, witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on establishing a partnership between the EU and Chile on sustainable raw materials value […]
EU and Latin America and the Caribbean step up action to promote inclusive and equal societies
Ahead of the EU-CELAC Leaders’ Summit, Commissioner for International Partnerships, Jutta Urpilainen, announced a new EU programme worth €60 million to step up action against inequalities and to promote inclusive and equal societies in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Commissioner made the announcement at the EU – Latin America and Caribbean Forum bringing together civil society, youth and local […]
Commission and EIB announce €18M to boost investment in climate actions
The European Commission and the European Investment Bank have announced €18 billion in funding under Global Gateway, Europe’s investment strategy for partner countries. It will stimulate investment in Global Gateway priority areas (climate action, clean energy and connectivity) in European partner countries around the world. In particular, these projects will work to address the global […]