EU and South American officials signed a major trade deal, which they hailed as sending a powerful message at a time of tariff threats, global uncertainty and protectionism. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/01/18/economy/eu-mercosur-trade-deal/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #economy #eu #europe #southamerica #trade #tariffs #us #donaldtrump #mercosur