Behind the Overture from the European Union to Canada The European Union has been courting Canada for a free trade agreement, marking a significant shift in economic priorities as it seeks to expand its reach into new markets.
The proposed deal would eliminate tariffs on over $12 billion worth of Canadian goods and services entering the EU each year. Understanding the Context: What's Behind EU Canada Trade Talks?
The current state of trade relations between the European Union and Canada has been marked by a long standing tradition of close cooperation, dating back to the 1976 Canada Europe summit.