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USGC Supports FTA Movement
Thu, 05 May 2011 17:33:05 CDT
The U.S. Grains Council has joined the chorus singing the praises of the Administration's move forward on technical discussions with Congress on the Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement draft implementing bill and draft Statement of Administrative Action. USGC Chairman Terry Vinduska says they are particularly encouraged by the news on Colombia. This development is conducive to conclusions of other critical trade legislation, including the Trade Adjustment Assistance Act and the Andean Trade Preferences Act.
Vinduska says this action also sends a strong signal about the U.S. commitment to a robust trade agenda that enhances credibility with global trade partners. According to Vinduska, ratification of the U.S.-Colombia agreement will eliminate the tariff constraints and price band system that has eroded the competitiveness of U.S. agricultural exports of corn and other feed grains. It will level the playing field.
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