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International Trade

MPs discussed international trade for a bit, mostly patting themselves on the back for talking to some businesses in their ridings. The Liberals promised more discussions with industry as they head into trade agreement reviews with the US and Mexico.

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Steeve Lavoie

Liberal
“I want the Minister to tell us what the government is doing to protect Canadian businesses and workers during the CUSMA review. Trade with the U.S. is important. Businesses in my riding want stability and predictability.”
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Hon. Dominic LeBlanc

Liberal
“Thanks for the easy question. I want to look like I'm doing something. Our government will keep talking. We'll keep meeting people. We want to be ready. We promise to get a deal that we can say is good for Canadians.”
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