French blockade looms over Commission’s plan to fast-track trade deals in English
Eager to unlock new markets for EU businesses, the European Commission plans to accelerate trade deal ratification by circulating only English versions for approval by EU governmen
By Europa Express11 Sep 2026 · 21:00 CETUpdated 11 Sep 2026 · 21:00 CET
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⚡ EXECUTIVE DISPATCH BRIEFDeveloping · Economy
Core Briefing: French blockade looms over Commission’s plan to fast-track trade deals in English
Strategic Context: Eager to unlock new markets for EU businesses, the European Commission plans to accelerate trade deal ratification by circulating only English versions for approval by EU governmen
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Eager to unlock new markets for EU businesses, the European Commission plans to accelerate trade deal ratification by circulating only English versions for approval by EU governments and the European Parliament – but sources told Euronews that Paris is set to oppose the move if it goes ahead.