| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: Press and Communication Service |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | IP/04/992 (23.7.04) |
| Publication Date | 23/07/2004 |
| Content Type | News |
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Speaking at the Libramont Agriculture Fair on the 23 July 2004, EU Commissioner Sandra Kalniete highlighted the opportunities the enlarged European Union (EU) of 25 brings to farmers and rural areas. 'Let us not forget that the number of consumers in that market has risen to 454 million. And that this market is one without tariff restrictions, export quotas or trade barriers. It is clear that this offers opportunities for both EU-15 Member States and new Member States. Trade between the EU-15 and the new Member States has already significantly increased during the period preceding enlargement, and will further increase in the years ahead', she stressed. On the Commission proposal to reform the sugar sector, Mrs Kalniete made clear that the status quo was not tenable. |
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| Subject Categories | Business and Industry |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
