The start of renegotiation talks on the North American Free Trade Agreement are two weeks away. One of the major sticking points is the dairy issue and Canada’s supply management system which is a problem for U.S. dairy producers. Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar says she’s hoping to work with Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross to find a resolution.
She’s hoping U.S. negotiators will be able to keep the gains in NAFTA that were originally worked out with any renegotiated deal.
Klobuchar says it’s critical for both Democrats and Republicans to work together with U.S. negotiators in coming up with a sound renegotiated NAFTA.
Mexican officials believe the first round of talks this month will likely lay the groundwork for the negotiating topics and schedule for the renegotiation effort.
