Posted 3/22/2024, 4:17:36 PM
Macron Voices Regret Over French Senate's Rejection of EU-Canada Trade Deal Despite Benefits to Farm Exports
- French President Macron expressed regret over the Senate's vote to reject the EU-Canada trade deal CETA
- CETA went into effect provisionally in 2017 but requires full ratification by national parliaments
- Macron argued CETA is very beneficial for French farming exports like milk, cheese, and wine
- French farmer unions welcomed the Senate vote, concerned CETA threatens livestock and food industries
- French exports to Canada have jumped 33% since 2017, including 60% rise for cheese and 24% for wine