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Karel De Gucht, EU Trade Commissioner

Belgian liberal Karel De Gucht warns against protectionist trends across Europe and explains why boosting free trade is the only way for Europe to grow again. He strongly disagrees with the rhetoric of France's firebrand Industry Minister, Arnaud Montebourg, and defends Europe's trade agreements with Asian countries.

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