Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Thank you for coming and meeting with us here today.
I have two questions. The first one is on the future of our trade with China. I'd like to get your opinion, as at present we have a bit of a chill in the relationship between Canada and China. What are the repercussions of that? How important is the political side in dealing with the trade side, and are we going to be left behind with other countries, like Australia?
The second question deals with ports. We know there is a move afoot to try to help the Pacific gateway, the Vancouver area. It seems they've maxed out the rail system and the port system on the west coast. How much potential do the east coast ports have for the future, considering that the Panama Canal might be widened and the Suez Canal can take post-Panamax vessels?