VOICED: Growing EU opposition to free trade with Colombia

Colombian dairy farmers are preparing for a potential free trade deal with the EU, which could threaten their livelihoods by lifting import tariffs on European milk. The EU and Colombian government plan to provide financial aid to help farmers compete. However, human rights groups oppose the deal, citing government involvement in extrajudicial killings. European civil society and politicians are also against the agreement, fearing it compromises human rights principles. The deal's ratification faces significant opposition, making its future uncertain.

What is the main concern of Colombian dairy farmers regarding the free trade deal with the EU?

• Increased competition from European milk

• Lack of government support

• High production costs

• Limited access to technology

How are the Colombian dairy farmers in Guatavita preparing for the competition from Europe?

• By importing European technology

• By increasing milk prices

• By reducing production costs

• By forming a cooperative

What financial support has the EU promised to the Colombian dairy industry?

• €10 million

• €20 million

• €30 million

• €50 million

What is one of the main reasons human rights groups oppose the free trade agreement?

• Extrajudicial killings

• Economic inequality

• Lack of transparency

• Environmental concerns

What is the stance of some European politicians regarding the free trade agreement with Colombia?

• They fully support it

• They want to delay it

• They are indifferent

• They oppose it due to human rights concerns