That's a very good question.
I think free trade agreements are important in the sense that they open new markets and they increase international trade and investment. I think they can help foster growth and prosperity--and free markets, which is of course an important objective.
Economic prosperity can also help a country acquire democratic institutions and support human rights.
As I've already said,
the challenge is balancing the incentives with the deterrents. The government will be watching the situation closely and we'll consider what would be the best way to proceed in the ongoing negotiations.