CLEAN : Progress in NAFTA talks but very slow: US trade official

The video discusses the progress and importance of NAFTA, emphasizing the need for faster progress to reduce uncertainty for citizens. It highlights the goal of strengthening North American competitiveness without dismantling cross-border supply chains. From Canada's perspective, the focus is on building upon successful practices while addressing trade irritants like softwood lumber through negotiation.

Who was given the floor to speak after the initial comments?

• Investor Light Heiser Bob

• A representative from Mexico

• The Mayor of Montreal

• Mr. Freeland

What is the main goal of the NAFTA negotiations according to Mr. Light Heiser Bob?

• To strengthen North American competitiveness

• To focus solely on the auto industry

• To weaken North American competitiveness

• To dismantle cross-border supply chains

What is Canada's approach to trade irritants like softwood lumber?

• To ignore them

• To seek a negotiated settlement

• To rely on international courts

• To impose tariffs

What does Canada aim to do with existing agreements?

• Replace them with new ones

• Dismantle them

• Keep them unchanged

• Build on and modernize them

What is the preferred method for resolving trade disputes according to the transcript?

• Military intervention

• Negotiated settlement

• Economic sanctions

• Ignoring the issues