Ernesto Talvi

Ernesto Talvi, the former foreign minister of Uruguay and a senior fellow specializing in Latin American policy, dives into the complexities of the EU–Mercosur trade deal. He highlights the critical moment for Latin America as France's agricultural protests threaten the agreement. Talvi discusses the implications of environmental standards and geopolitical shifts, contrasting models from Europe, the US, and China. With Italy's pivotal role and its domestic politics influencing the outcome, the stakes couldn't be higher for both regions.