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US Free Trade Agreement

Tuesday 12 May 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Ministerial Questions took place on 2020-05-12 regarding a US Free Trade Agreement.
  • Alun Cairns inquired about potential benefits and concerns for various UK sectors from a trade deal with the US.
  • The Secretary of State assured that a trade deal would benefit all parts of the UK and that fairness for British producers would be a priority.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Alun Cairns Con Vale of Clwyd
Context

Discussions on the benefits and reassurances for UK sectors from negotiating a trade deal with the United States.

Question

Does the Secretary of State agree that all parts of the UK and all economic sectors stand to gain from a trade deal with the United States? However, some lobbyists are concerned about their specific interests, so what reassurance can my right hon. Friend give that fairness to both the UK and the US, as well as economic opportunities for all parts of the country, will be central to her thinking in the negotiations?

Answer from The Secretary of State for International Trade Elizabeth Truss

A free trade deal with the United States is set to benefit every nation and region in the UK, including Wales. We will strike a hard bargain, and seek a deal that is fair for our producers. For example, we want to make sure that we gain access for British lamb and Welsh lamb in the United States market. It is the second biggest importer of lamb in the world, and it represents a massive opportunity for our farming sector and for the nation of Wales.

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