As a result of negotiations on its accession to the WTO, we will see greater openness, further development of the rule of law, and political and economic reform in Saudi Arabia, |
As of this year, the deadline to implement most of China's WTO commitments has now passed, and we're now entering a new phase - one in which China is recognized as a 'mature' and successful member of the global trading system. |
At this annual trade ministers' meeting, we will discuss ways we can build on our success -- especially as we approach the final phase of implementing the NAFTA in 2008. It is also an opportunity to meet with Mexico and Canada individually and explore issues for future cooperation. |
At this point, the meetings have disbanded, ... But I'm prepared to come back next week, or the week after, or anytime there is a willingness on the part of the E.U. to pull together a market access proposal that meets the requirements of the Doha Round. |
At this point, where we are, unless the EU steps forward on agriculture, emerging developing countries including India and Brazil and others will not step forward on industrial tariffs and services, and the United States, frankly will not be able to deliver on its proposal regarding subsidies with the conditionality expressed in our agreement. |
Based on all available information, piracy and counterfeiting remain rampant in China despite years of engagement on this, |
Biotechnology produces safe food. We believe it will help reduce poverty in poor countries. We believe it enhances development and it provides important environmental benefits. |
but not at the risk of further reducing already inadequate food aid for those who need it most. |
But one way or another, the (Airbus) subsidies will need to end. |
But we do have substantial problems to work out between ourselves and we're on track to do that, |
Canada's recent decision to cancel negotiations was unfortunate, particularly given that progress was being made, |
Canada's recent decision to cancel negotiations was unfortunate, particularly given that progress was being made, ... We are still waiting to see the Canadian counterproposal (to a U.S. proposal made in July). We are, and have been, ready to meet. |
Chinese manufacturers, and the very significant employment they provide in China, will now face -- if we can not reach an agreement -- a very unpredictable future with lower percentage increases. |
Clearly there are differences of opinion it would be hard to breach before the Hong Kong talks, |
Congress is keenly aware that our agriculture proposal has real consequences. We won't be able to leave our proposal that is on the table now intact if others don't make comparable offers to open their markets and reduce their subsidies. |