Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thanks to our witnesses.
Mr. Pomerleau, we just heard from Ambassador Corona, who's the third ambassador I've heard from while on this committee. I know you've testified to our committee numerous times. I'm not sure how many times—maybe you could let the committee know how many times you've been here and over how long a period.
I know the NDP started off the meeting, and they're against trade; they wonder what the urgency is for getting this agreement through. Could you enlighten the committee as to why time is of the essence?