The hon. Member congratulates the Secretary of State on her efforts to bring about these trade deals. He highlights that CPTPP countries are significant trading partners for the UK, accounting for 80% of UK trade. He requests assurance from the Government that existing deals with these countries will be built upon in future strategies.

The hon. Member agrees that British business needs confidence to invest and this comes through restating commitment to free trade, diversifying trade offers, generating new jobs, and ensuring job stability.

The hon. Member points out that the trade deficit with the EU is significantly larger compared to potential gains from CPTPP. She suggests focusing efforts on comprehensive deals for trading across the channel, considering both economic and environmental impacts.

Thornberry questions the government's lack of action on the steel industry crisis. She raises concerns about how the Government’s trade deals might undermine British farmers’ livelihoods, referencing specific examples such as the deal with Australia that favours Australian meat producers over UK standards and practices. She also critiques the government for its approach to ISDS provisions within CPTPP negotiations.

Congratulates the Secretary of State and her Ministers for reaching the current stage in free trade policy. Emphasises the importance of free trade, especially for developing countries to trade their way out of poverty. Points out that non-tariff barriers among rich countries are increasing, creating difficulties for small and medium-sized enterprises from developing nations. Advocates for reducing these barriers and ensuring a morally consistent policy on development. Highlights the benefits of free trade for consumers, such as greater choice, better quality goods at lower prices, and access to advanced technology. Mentions the opportunities presented by leaving the European Union in terms of shaping global policy towards liberalisation through multilateral, plurilateral, geographical grouping, or bilateral agreements. Discusses the importance of CPTPP (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership) for rebalancing the global trading economy and addressing environmental issues like e-commerce and green goods. Stresses that CPTPP is primarily a strategic alliance against state capitalism promoted by China and its influence within the WTO, advocating for attracting the United States back to the partnership to counterbalance China's economic power.

Announces that after the SNP spokesman, she will come directly to the Chairman of the Select Committee. Indicates a time limit reduction from five minutes to three minutes for subsequent speakers.

The debate addresses the potential impact of the UK's accession to the CPTPP, highlighting concerns over the negative effects on trade and standards. Drew Hendry criticises the government for ignoring industry advice and failing to protect high food and farming standards. He also questions the minister about whether the UK will agree to an investor-state dispute mechanism (ISDS) within the CPTPP, expressing doubt that the UK can exclude harmful products from entering the market if they join the agreement. Hendry further raises concerns over trade losses with the EU post-Brexit and argues for Scotland's need for independence to protect its industry.

Intervenes to correct Drew Hendry’s reference to economic growth figures, noting a misunderstanding of the document. She highlights that without Malaysia joining, the figure cited by Hendry is not accurate.

Minister responds briefly during interventions but does not provide further details.

Points out that the economic benefits of joining CPTPP are minimal compared to the losses caused by Brexit, suggesting that the UK's trade efforts may be futile. Expresses concern over data privacy and potential harm to patent attorneys' relationships with EU bodies.

Supports joining CPTPP due to its strategic importance, highlighting the growing market opportunities for UK premium agricultural products such as Welsh lamb and dairy in countries where demand is increasing. Emphasises the need for Government promotion of these products in the target markets.

Calls for prioritising the terms of trade deals over merely securing deals, advocating for government support to British industries and active management during transitions. Highlights the importance of supporting workers' rights in international agreements.

The CPTPP's diplomatic benefits must be balanced against economic interests. Before accession, a full consultation, debate, and vote in Parliament should occur to review risks and benefits. ISDS allows private companies to sue national Governments if public policy limits their profits, challenging important regulations like climate change action. The UK is not on track for net zero without urgent further action; we should not undermine it with carbon-emitting companies seeking profit. The CPTPP places obligations on members to recognise each other’s standards as equivalent, weakening domestic producers. Risks outweigh the 0.017% GDP uplift. Proper scrutiny is needed in the national interest.

As a rural constituency MP with a large farming community, I support the UK developing global trade partnerships outside of EU constraints. Local farmers welcomed discussing CPTPP opportunities for exporting British food overseas to markets like beef to Japan and mutton to Malaysia. Our produce is safe, traceable, and audited. Farmers questioned branding for British and Welsh produce and are keen to ensure agreements align with Government campaigns raising awareness of brand Britain while maintaining high standards without opening the floodgates to substandard imports.

We should bolster trade relationships but ensure our valued standards are not lessened. My constituency’s small family farms produce food to highest standards with world-leading environmental, animal welfare, and traceability from farm to fork. Opening markets to cheaper products produced to lesser standards would be wrong and negative for the environment. We need Government commitments upheld that farmers will not be sacrificed in free trade deals, maintaining high UK standards without dilution by new agreements. Opportunities exist but must honour commitment to farming families across the United Kingdom.

Supports the UK's potential membership in CPTPP, highlighting its benefits for trade and investment opportunities, diversification of trading links and supply chains, control over borders, money, laws, and consumer prices. He also emphasises that leaving the EU was not about retreating from free trade.

Acknowledges the potential benefits of UK joining CPTPP but raises concerns over maintaining high standards for goods and services, protecting food safety, animal welfare, and environmental protection. Emphasises the need to enforce rules on import standards to prevent undercutting by low-standard produce.

Supports UK's potential membership in CPTPP as a strategic move towards free trade and self-government, highlighting its potential to deliver a higher standard of living. Advocates for Taiwan's accession along with the USA and suggests deepening trading relations with Taiwan.

Critiqued the projected economic benefits of joining CPTPP as modest, noting a GDP increase of just 0.08% over 15 years. Highlighted the existential threat to the UK's steel industry due to lack of government action and questioned the Government's prioritisation of CPTPP over domestic industries. Raised concerns about potential steel dumping through Vietnam if UK joins CPTPP.

Defended the strategic importance of joining CPTPP, arguing it would strengthen economic ties with Asia and other regions, and benefit sectors like agrifood. Criticised Labour's indecisiveness on trade deals over the past three years and dismissed fears regarding NHS privatisation.