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Key Takeaways from the New Agriculture MEPs

The European Parliament’s Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development (AGRI) has confirmed its new lineup for the 2024-2029 term, promising heightened political activity. The committee now comprises 49 members, an increase from 48 in the previous term. Leading the committee is Veronika Vrecionová, a Czech MEP from the hard-right European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) group. Vrecionová, an experienced member with a strong background in agricultural issues, particularly gene-edited crops, is set to chair the committee.

UK Looks to Establish ‘Closer, More Mature’ Trade Relations with EU

New Business Secretary to Announce UK's Global Re-emergence at G7 Meeting

The United Kingdom is initiating steps to enhance its trade relations with the European Union during discussions between the newly appointed Business Secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, and international peers in Italy.

On his inaugural overseas visit since Labour’s significant electoral victory, Reynolds will address a G7 meeting of trade ministers in Reggio Calabria, Italy, emphasizing the UK's intent to cultivate a “closer, more mature relationship with our friends in the EU.”