NAFTA’s benefits have not extended to softwood lumber

Despite losing trade-dispute panels, the U.S. made it clear that it intended to get its way. So much for the rule of law.
Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland's claim that 'NAFTA has been an extraordinary success story' is debatable, writes David Crane
TORONTO—Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland insists that “NAFTA has been an extraordinary success story.” That’s a debatable claim, given Canada’s loss of market share in the U.S. since NAFTA came into effect, and the widespread closure by U.S. companies of manufacturing plants in C...

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