EU institutions prioritize values over economic interests in trade agreements.
The article examines how the European Union's main institutions influence trade policy, focusing on the EU-Canada trade agreement. The European Commission, Council, and Parliament all play a role in shaping the agreement. The study shows that the Parliament and Council prioritize values over economic interests, while the Commission leans slightly towards economic interests. Despite these differences, all three institutions work together to create a trade agreement that promotes neoliberal economic outcomes.