The statement said that while all goods would be subject to negotiation, a prior commitment to eliminate all tariffs was not required.

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"Someone at Glasgow Celtic had made a prior commitment that they would play Donegal Celtic if they ever came to Belfast, " explained Mr Rodgers.

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Recognizing that both countries have bilateral trade sensitivities, such as certain agricultural products for Japan and certain manufactured products for the United States, the two Governments confirm that, as the final outcome will be determined during the negotiations, it is not required to make a prior commitment to unilaterally eliminate all tariffs upon joining the TPP negotiations.

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"I don't think our commitment to achieving a global ban was any less prior to the passing of Princess Diana than it is today, " Foley told CNN.

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