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> As a member of the European Economic Area, Norway cannot impose trade barriers within the single market. Which is why Norway wasn't affected by EU's trade b
by magicalhippo 11mo ago
> As a member of the European Economic Area, Norway cannot impose trade barriers within the single market.
Which is why Norway wasn't affected by EU's trade barrier on ferro-alloys... oh wait[1].
[1]: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/eu-imposes-quotas-curb-imports-ferro-alloys-2025-11-18/ https://www.reuters.com/world/china/eu-imposes-quotas-curb-i...
- jltsiren 11mo agoThe EU sets the rules for the EEA. Non-EU member states can accept the rules or leave. There is a reason why the Norwegian model was never a serious option in the Brexit negotiations.