French Prime Minister Affirms CETA Free Trade Agreement as Mutual Success
Source: The DairyNews
During an official visit to Ottawa, French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal underscored the mutually beneficial nature of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the European Union and Canada, labeling it a "win-win deal" for both parties. Attal's remarks, reported by Reuters, emphasized the positive impact of CETA, particularly on French farmers.
Addressing reporters alongside Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Attal reaffirmed the significance of CETA despite ongoing political discord within France. He emphasized that the agreement, negotiated at the EU level, continues to yield tangible benefits for all stakeholders involved.
Attal's comments come in the wake of a notable setback for the CETA agreement, as a substantial majority of French senators voted against its ratification in a closely watched ballot last month. The decision followed weeks of protests by farmers who voiced concerns over perceived negative ramifications of liberal trade policies.
Despite these challenges, Attal's portrayal of CETA as a mutually advantageous accord highlights the enduring commitment of both France and Canada to foster robust trade relations and harness the economic opportunities afforded by international cooperation.
Attal's comments come in the wake of a notable setback for the CETA agreement, as a substantial majority of French senators voted against its ratification in a closely watched ballot last month. The decision followed weeks of protests by farmers who voiced concerns over perceived negative ramifications of liberal trade policies.
Despite these challenges, Attal's portrayal of CETA as a mutually advantageous accord highlights the enduring commitment of both France and Canada to foster robust trade relations and harness the economic opportunities afforded by international cooperation.
