North American Free Trade Deal Might Fall Apart, Former Canadian Minister Says

North American Free Trade Deal Might Fall Apart, Former Canadian Minister Says

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The video discusses the complex situation surrounding the US, Canada, and Mexico Free Trade Agreement (USMCA), highlighting the potential impact of US-imposed sanctions on Mexico. It explores the political and electoral challenges in all three countries that could affect the ratification process. The discussion also covers the broader implications of migration issues and the political dynamics in the US, particularly the reluctance of Democrats to give President Trump a legislative win.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What act does the US President plan to use to impose sanctions on Mexico, potentially affecting the trade agreement?

Trade and Tariff Act

Global Sanctions Act

International Emergency Economic Powers Act

North American Trade Act

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of the US imposing sanctions on Mexico?

Increasing trade with Canada

Cratering the trade deal

Improving US-Mexico relations

Strengthening the trade agreement

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country's election cycle is mentioned as potentially impacting the trade agreement's ratification?

Canada

United States

Mexico

Brazil

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant factor complicating the trade agreement's ratification in all three countries?

Environmental concerns

Electoral timing

Economic downturn

Military conflicts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons Democrats in the US might oppose the trade agreement?

They want to renegotiate the terms.

They do not want to give President Trump a political victory.

They are focusing on domestic issues.

They prefer a bilateral agreement with Mexico.