EU approves 5 billion euro French scheme for wine exports to US
The Commission said the temporary scheme - approved under EU state aid rules - will be in place from May 8 to July 8, 2025, and will allow exporters of wines and spirits to export inventory to the U.S. before new tariffs take effect.
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