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Farmers and Organizations to Protest EU-Mercosur Agreement

Published February 12, 2026, 14:02
Farmers and Organizations to Protest EU-Mercosur Agreement

Agricultural, labor, and other organizations are calling for a protest rally on Saturday in Nicosia, outside the House of Europe, against the EU-Mercosur agreement. Organizers will deliver a resolution to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, through the EU's permanent representation in Cyprus. The agreement is criticized as unbalanced, as European producers are subject to strict regulations, while products from Mercosur are produced at lower cost and with fewer controls. Organizations express fears of unfair competition and product quality degradation. The event is supported by a wide range of organizations, including agricultural unions, labor unions, consumer organizations, and environmental groups.