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Protest in Nicosia Against Mercosur Agreement

Published February 14, 2026, 09:13
Protest in Nicosia Against Mercosur Agreement

A protest was held in Nicosia by agricultural and trade union organizations against the European Union-Mercosur trade agreement. The demonstration took place outside the House of Europe and the main demand was the rejection of the agreement. Organizations fear the agreement will threaten the survival of Cypriot producers, food safety, and traditional products such as halloumi. The Mercosur agreement has raised concerns in various agricultural sectors in Cyprus, as it is believed to allow the import of cheaper agricultural products from Latin American countries, creating unfair competition for local producers. The protests highlight the sensitivity of the agricultural sector in Cyprus and the need to protect local products and producers.

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