The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) between the US and key Asia-Pacific economies is undergoing its next round of negotiations in a few weeks in Leesburg, Virginia.
Announce intension to join the Trans-Pacific Strategic Partnership Agreement (TPP) during 2011 and take speedy action to conclude an economic partnership agreement (EPA) with the European Union.
FORBES: "Key to Rebuilding Japan: Ten Decisions and Actions"
As trade negotiators from eleven Pacific Rim countries wrap up the 16th round of negotiations surrounding the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement, consider what they have experienced.
FORBES: The Essential Input That Makes Singapore A Glittering Symbol Of Wealth
But progress toward conclusions on such vital issues as accession to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade liberalization agreement (which will require agricultural policy reforms) has stalled.
FORBES: Another Round of Musical Chairs or a Grand Coalition?
We also noted the development of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) as a high-standard agreement, which will boost trade and investment and promote regional economic integration throughout the Asia Pacific region and beyond.
WHITEHOUSE: Joint Statement of the 4th ASEAN-U.S. Leaders' Meeting
Following the visit, the White House released a joint statement saying the two countries would continue negotiations over Japan's entry into the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a proposed free-trade agreement between countries in North America, Asia and South America.
The President now seems to want both a Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and a Trans-Atlantic Free Trade Agreement (TAFTA).
FORBES: A Suggestion For President Obama's State Of The Union Address
The two leaders are expected to discuss the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a proposal for a free-trade agreement between countries in North America, Asia and South America.
BBC: Japan PM Shinzo Abe set for Washington talks with Obama
Of critical importance, and in contrast to both Hatoyama and Kan, Noda has evidenced a willingness to face down dissenters within the DPJ to push for now long-overdue Japanese participation in the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade liberalization talks, and accession to a subsequent agreement.
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