National Ag News
Trade discussions framed differently under Trump Administration
Aug 15, 2017, 15:45 PM
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The president of the American Foreign Service Association says trade discussions are being framed differently under the Trump Administration.
Ambassador Barbara Stephenson tells Brownfield there have been challenges resulting from President Trump’s withdrawal from the Trans Pacific Partnership in favor of bilateral trade agreements and outspoken criticism of current deals like NAFTA.
“Well there’s been a real sea change in the conversation in our country about trade. And it really went largely toxic as people said maybe these trade deals weren’t such a good idea.”
She says farmers recognize the importance of trade and it’s her job to expand markets for American agricultural products regardless of political rhetoric.
