Maladministration of Mercosur trade talks by EU Commission?
EU Ombudsman Emily O'Reilly investigated the Mercosur trade talks after receiving complaints from human rights and environment groups. File Picture.
European Ombudsman Emily O’Reilly has found maladministration in her assessment of the European Commission’s negotiations on a trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur.
She does not, however, make recommendations other than urging the Commission to ensure in future that sustainability impact assessments (SIAs) are completed before concluding trade negotiations.
