Trade blocs

Canada Expands Beef Access to Japan, Providing a Boost for Middle Class Farming Families

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Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Free trade agreements, International trade, Trade blocs, International relations, Trans-Pacific Partnership, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, Economy of Malaysia, Beef, Supply management, Canada's Global Markets Action Plan

Japan is an important market for Canadian beef, with exports to Japan totalling almost $215 million in 2018.

Key Points: 
  • Japan is an important market for Canadian beef, with exports to Japan totalling almost $215 million in 2018.
  • This success is due in part to Canada's competitive advantage in the region, thanks to a recent trade deal with Asia-Pacific countries.
  • Expanded market access for beef provided by the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) creates further opportunities for Canadian beef exports to Japan.
  • "Increasing access to new and existing markets for Canadian products is at the heart of Canada's Trade Diversification Strategy.

Statement from the Canadian American Business Council on the removal of steel and aluminum tariffs

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Friday, May 17, 2019
International trade, International relations, Trade blocs, Economy, Presidency of Donald Trump, Economy of North America, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, Tariff, Free trade

WASHINGTON, May 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- "We welcome the removal of the steel and aluminum tariffs this afternoon.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- "We welcome the removal of the steel and aluminum tariffs this afternoon.
  • "This step is enormously significant and paves the way for swift ratification of the USMCA in all three countries.
  • "We urge the legislative bodies in Mexico, Canada and the US to move with all due haste towards modernizing our outdated free trade agreement for the benefit of the North American neighborhood as well as the global economy."

Minister Bibeau concludes G20 ministerial meeting and visit to Japan

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Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Free trade agreements, World economy, International trade, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, Trade blocs, CHILE, Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, Economy of Malaysia, G20

At the G20 meeting in Niigata, Minister Bibeau discussed Canada's approach to the three core themes of the forum: innovation, value chains and sustainability.

Key Points: 
  • At the G20 meeting in Niigata, Minister Bibeau discussed Canada's approach to the three core themes of the forum: innovation, value chains and sustainability.
  • Canada introduced this concept at last year's G20 meeting and it was endorsed again by Ministers in their declaration.
  • The Living Labs approach was also recognized by G20 Agricultural Chief Scientists as an important mechanism for scaling up climate smart technologies.
  • The CPTPP entered into force for the first six ratified members (Mexico, Japan, Singapore, New Zealand, Canada and Australia) on December 30, 2018.

Subject files - Establishing the Customs programme for cooperation in the field of customs 2021-2027 - Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection

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Friday, May 10, 2019
Customs services, International trade, International relations, Customs duties, Trade blocs, Customs, International law, Macroeconomic policy

The proposal on Establishing the Customs programme for cooperation in the field of customs is part of the MFF package and is the successor to Customs 2020 programme, opening a new multiannual period for actions aimed at strengthening the Customs Union.

Key Points: 
  • The proposal on Establishing the Customs programme for cooperation in the field of customs is part of the MFF package and is the successor to Customs 2020 programme, opening a new multiannual period for actions aimed at strengthening the Customs Union.
  • The programme continues to facilitate coordination between Member State authorities as well as capacity building, including training and exchange of best practices, in order to ensure a uniform application of EU customs legislation.
  • The transfer to an e-customs structure will not be finalised under the current Customs 2020 programme due to delays in some parts of the relevant IT architecture.
  • Therefore, one major focus of the customs programme will be the further development, operation and maintenance of the customs IT infrastructure.

Pass USMCA Coalition Urges Congress to Swiftly Ratify USMCA

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
International trade, Trade blocs, Canada–United States trade relations, Economy of North America, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, International relations, International business

WASHINGTON, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the Pass USMCA Coalition sent a letter to Congress urging lawmakers to swiftly ratify the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the Pass USMCA Coalition sent a letter to Congress urging lawmakers to swiftly ratify the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
  • "Twelve million Americans have jobs that depend on trade with Canada and Mexico," said Pass USMCA Honorary Co-Chairman Gary Locke.
  • "Our coalition stands ready to work with Congress and the administration to take this landmark agreement over the finish line," said Rick Dearborn, executive director of the Pass USMCA Coalition.
  • About Pass USMCA: Pass USMCA Coalition is a group of trade associations and businesses advocating for the swift passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada agreement.

MXP proposes six breakthrough solutions for Vietnam's private sector development

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Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Free trade agreements, International trade, Trade blocs, Trans-Pacific Partnership, International relations, CHILE, Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, Economy of Malaysia, VIETNAM

has proposed six strategic solutions to Vietnam's Government to strengthen Vietnam's private enterprises, particularly in the apparel sector, in accordance with the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP),which took effect in the beginning of this year.

Key Points: 
  • has proposed six strategic solutions to Vietnam's Government to strengthen Vietnam's private enterprises, particularly in the apparel sector, in accordance with the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP),which took effect in the beginning of this year.
  • These proposals were made at the Vietnam Private Sector Forum 2019.
  • One of the leading textile and apparel manufacturing and exporting companies in Vietnam, MXP, produced more than10 million items in 2018.
  • MXP represented the voice of the private sector to discuss and design solutions with the Economic Ministries and industry experts to promote the strong export industry of Vietnamese enterprises amidst the opportunities stem from the CPTPP.

Platform Trailer Manufacturing in North America: 40,000+ Units in a $1.3 Billion Market in 2018 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, May 3, 2019
Transport, Trucking, Manufacturing, Automotive Manufacturing, International trade, Canada–United States trade relations, Economy of North America, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, Trade blocs, International relations, International business, United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, North American Free Trade Agreement, Segment, Trailer

The "Platform Trailer Manufacturing in North America: Size, Shares, Segmentation, Competitors, Channels, Trends, and Outlook Underlying the Manufacture of Platform Trailers 2018-2023 Analysis & Outlook" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Platform Trailer Manufacturing in North America: Size, Shares, Segmentation, Competitors, Channels, Trends, and Outlook Underlying the Manufacture of Platform Trailers 2018-2023 Analysis & Outlook" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Over forty thousand units were manufactured by 69 companies in the USMCA (ex-NAFTA) market in 2018, for a combined annual output of $1.3 billion.
  • The platform trailer segment is a fragmented market, with a large number of regional manufacturers.
  • The report includes an Excel database with market size and competitive share breakouts in units and dollars for all 69 manufacturers included.

Former Congressman Erik Paulsen Joins Pass USMCA Coalition

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
International trade, Canada–United States trade relations, Economy of North America, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, Trade blocs, United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, International relations, International business, Erik Paulsen, Paulsen

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the Pass USMCA Coalition, an alliance advocating for swift passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, welcomed former Congressman Erik Paulsen as an honorary co-chairman of the Coalition.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the Pass USMCA Coalition, an alliance advocating for swift passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, welcomed former Congressman Erik Paulsen as an honorary co-chairman of the Coalition.
  • "I'm thrilled to join the Pass USMCA Coalition," said Paulsen.
  • "Erik's experience in Congress will be an asset for the Coalition as lawmakers prepare to vote on USMCA," said Gary Locke, honorary co-chair of Pass USMCA.
  • About Pass USMCA: Pass USMCA Coalition is a group of trade associations and businesses advocating for the swift passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada agreement.

European Union Committee publishes its tenth international agreements report

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Continents, Illegal logging, African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States, Trade blocs, CARIFORUM, Voluntary Partnership Agreement, Forestry, Economy, Draft:UK-CARIFORUM (Trade Block)economic partnership

European Union Committee publishes tenth report on Brexit-related international agreements

Key Points: 
  • This report considers two international agreements.
  • which have been reported for information:
    Economic Partnership Agreement between the CARIFORUM States, of the one part, and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, of the other part (CP 83)
    Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Indonesia on Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade in Timber Products into the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (CP 87)
    Both agreements are continuity agreements which seek to replicate existing agreements the UK is currently party to through its membership of the EU.
  • The CARIFORUM Agreement is a development-focused agreement with a number of Caribbean states, while the UK/Indonesia agreement sets out arrangements to verify the legality of timber imported into the UK.
  • A short 'explainer' on the Lords EU Committee scrutiny of treaties is available on our website:

European Union Committee publishes its tenth international agreements report

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Continents, Illegal logging, African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States, Trade blocs, CARIFORUM, Voluntary Partnership Agreement, Forestry, Economy

European Union Committee publishes tenth report on Brexit-related international agreements

Key Points: 
  • This report considers two international agreements.
  • which have been reported for information:
    Economic Partnership Agreement between the CARIFORUM States, of the one part, and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, of the other part (CP 83)
    Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Indonesia on Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade in Timber Products into the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (CP 87)
    Both agreements are continuity agreements which seek to replicate existing agreements the UK is currently party to through its membership of the EU.
  • The CARIFORUM Agreement is a development-focused agreement with a number of Caribbean states, while the UK/Indonesia agreement sets out arrangements to verify the legality of timber imported into the UK.
  • A short 'explainer' on the Lords EU Committee scrutiny of treaties is available on our website: