EU and Brazil submit joint proposal on food security and support for agricultural production

The European Union and Brazil submitted on 17 July 2017 to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) a joint proposal on support for agricultural production and food security measures.

The proposal's aim is to limit market distortions, to ensure a global level-playing field for farmers while taking into account particular needs of developing countries.

Politico, 16.07.17: EU, Brazil to propose farm subsidies overhaul to appease developing nations http://www.politico.eu/article/eu-brazil-to-propose-farm-subsidies-overhaul-to-appease-developing-nations/

EurActiv, 18.07.17: EU, Brazil propose farm subsidies overhaul to help developing countries https://www.euractiv.com/section/agriculture-food/news/eu-brazil-propose-farm-subsidies-overhaul-to-help-developing-countries/

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