Geopolitical Turbulence and Tragedy

This chapter covers two significant events: a national day of mourning in Portugal following a tragic funicular accident and the evolving geopolitical tensions related to the war in Ukraine. It discusses the implications of U.S. military support amidst complex diplomatic strategies and critiques the approaches taken by the Biden and Trump administrations. Additionally, it highlights the recent EU-Mercosur trade deal negotiations and the challenges faced by agricultural stakeholders.