The historic agreement between Mercosur and the European Union (EU) opens up new horizons of labor and commercial opportunities for Argentina. During the 'Basta Baby edición verano' program on Radio Rivadavia, the impact of this treaty was discussed. After 25 years of gestation, it will grant access to a market of 500 million consumers. According to Argentine News Agency, international trade specialist Carlos Alejandro Nahas—who was Secretary General of the National Foreign Trade Commission and is an expert on integration law—highlighted that although the process will take about 15 years, there are already defined sectors for young Argentines to 'sell their services and earn in euros'. The debate panel included columnists from the cycle: Mariano Fernández (Product Head of NoticiasArgentinas.com in News and Sports), Micaela Cendra (Head of Society at the Argentine News Agency), Aldana Gómez (Entertainment), and the host Myriam Salinas, under the direction of Verónica Albanese. Professions with the highest export potential For those planning their academic future, Nahas recommended focusing on knowledge-based industries, where Argentina has a competitive advantage due to talent and time zone: Software and Apps: The development of technology and mobile applications is the area with the greatest potential to export directly from Argentina to the European bloc. Professional Services: A window opens for accountants and auditors who specialize in EU standards to work remotely for large international firms. Design and Engineering: Both areas are pillars in the export of high-value-added services that do not depend on physical logistics. Exact Sciences: The specialist urged young people to focus on creating innovative solutions, comparing the opportunity to the emergence of large tech companies from minimal structures. Challenges and reconversion of sensitive sectors The agreement not only implies a 90% tariff reduction but also a greater demand for quality and traceability standards. Sectors on alert: The textile and footwear industries are identified as the most sensitive to European competition. Opportunity for improvement: To not lose ground, the specialist recommended that these factories adopt international standards and improve their technology now. Foreign investment: It is expected that the legal certainty provided by the treaty will boost the arrival of European capital, especially in agribusiness and energy. Finally, the analysis highlighted the interest of the Argentine Industrial Union (UIA) in this agreement.
