Commissioner Šefčovič addresses European Parliament on EU-Mexico trade relations
European Commission Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič has underscored the vital importance of international trade to the European Union economy during a plenary debate in Strasbourg.
By Europa Express7 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CETUpdated 7 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET
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Speaking before the European Parliament, Commissioner Šefčovič highlighted that trade remains a fundamental pillar of the European Union. According to the European Commission, more than 700,000 companies based within the EU currently export products beyond the bloc’s borders. These commercial activities are credited with supporting a significant number of jobs across the union. The remarks were delivered during a session dedicated to discussing the current state and future prospects of EU-Mexico relations.