Mercosur launches economic partnership talks with Japan, eyes China
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Mercosur has initiated economic partnership negotiations with Japan and is also considering expanding trade ties with China. This move follows Mercosur's recent trade agreement with the European Union, aiming to boost regional and global commerce.
SAO PAULO, June 30 - The South American trade bloc Mercosur launched negotiations with Japan on Tuesday for an economic partnership agreement as it seeks to expand trade ties following a recent deal with the European Union.