A powerful headline, but legally incorrect.
The agreement does not provide for unlimited market access. It operates through predefined quotas, tariff-rate quotas, and strict rules of origin. European food safety, sanitary, and quality standards remain fully applicable to all imported products.
The debate therefore shifts from volume to compliance.
For businesses, the challenge lies in the correct application of quotas, rules of origin, certification requirements, and the contractual allocation of risks throughout the supply chain.
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