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Canada Trade Negotiations Update

19 April 2022

Proposing MP
Anne-Marie Trevelyan Con
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for International Trade
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement updates on the first round of UK-Canada Free Trade Agreement negotiations, which took place from March 28 to April 1.

Action Requested

There is no specific action requested; the minister informs that the second round of official-level negotiations will take place in June 2022 and that Parliament will be kept updated on the progress of these talks.

Key Facts

  • The first round of UK-Canada Free Trade Agreement negotiations began on 28 March and concluded on 1 April.
  • A delegation of 27 Canadian officials undertook technical talks in London, with a further 133 joining virtually.
  • Talks covered 34 policy areas over 50 separate sessions.
  • UK-Canada trade is worth £20 billion.
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