Should Canada Sign a Free Trade Agreement with Thailand?
Official title: Consultations on a possible free trade agreement with Thailand
Canada and Thailand want to negotiate a free trade deal. The government is asking Canadians what they think before talks begin. Thailand is already Canada's second-largest trading partner in Southeast Asia, with $6.37 billion in trade last year.
Why This Matters
Trade deals affect prices at the store and jobs in your community. More Thai imports could mean cheaper electronics and food. Canadian exporters could gain easier access to 70 million Thai consumers. Small businesses and underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to weigh in.
What Could Change
A free trade agreement could eliminate or reduce tariffs on goods between Canada and Thailand. Canadian businesses might get better access to Thai markets for services and investment. New rules could cover areas like digital trade, labour standards, and environmental protections.
Key Issues
- What should Canada's priorities be in trade negotiations with Thailand?
- How can the agreement benefit underrepresented groups like women, Indigenous Peoples, and small businesses?
- What Canadian interests should be protected or promoted?
How to Participate
- Visit the Consulting with Canadians web page for full details on how to participate.
- Email your views and priorities to thailand-consultationstca@international.gc.ca.
Submit Your Input
Questions Being Asked (1)
- What are your views, reflections, and priorities with respect to free trade agreement negotiations with Thailand?