The Canadian Cattlemen's Association (CCA) is pleased to see that on November 24, 2021, the Minister of International Trade, Mary Ng, tabled in Parliament the Notice of Intent to enter into negotiations towards a Canada-Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Free Trade Agreement. At a future date, and at least 30 days in advance of a first round of negotiations, the government will also table Canada’s negotiating objectives.
On November 24, 2021 the Minister also tabled the negotiating objectives for a Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
The CCA looks forward to continuing to discuss with the Minister and trade officials the potential market growth opportunities for Canada's beef producers.
Within the ASEAN block, a number of countries are already covered by the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). An example of trade success within the region can be shown by Vietnam, which since the implementation of CPTPP, has now grown to be a meaningful market for Canadian beef. However, Canadian beef producers are interested in future growth markets and look forward to the ability to increase trade into countries not part of CPTPP, including the Philippines and Thailand.
For more information, you can read CCA's November 17, 2021 news release by clicking here: CCA pleased to see progression with ASEAN FTA discussions.
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