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Posted September 07, 2016
France’s European Commissioner believes the EU should continue its trade negotiations with the U.S. and stand up for its demands, rather than follow his government’s example and give up on the project. Continue Reading
Posted August 30, 2016
Trade negotiations over the TTIP that were to have been completed two years ago “on one tank of gas,” as Michael Froman put it, are now in danger as France pushes for an “absolute clear end” to talks. Continue Reading
Posted August 26, 2016
Even as President Obama gears up to win approval of TPP during a lame-duck session after the November elections, TPP member countries are looking at a “Plan B” in case ratification of the deal fails. Continue Reading
Posted August 22, 2016
Should the TPP fail to be ratified, the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association wants the federal government to pursue a separate free trade deal to gain additional access to the lucrative Japanese beef market. Continue Reading
Posted August 02, 2016
Despite being touted as “historic” when it was announced, the new interprovincial free trade deal isn’t complete, likely won’t be ratified until next year, and details about what is excluded remain a mystery. Continue Reading
Posted July 29, 2016
Under Economic Issues, EU Customs Issues, International Trade Issues
German Chancellor Angela Merkel rejected criticism from an industry group that politicians aren’t doing enough to support the deal and insisted that it’s still possible to conclude TTIP negotiations this year. Continue Reading
