Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
Thank you very much to all of the witnesses for being here. It's a little different with those of you who are by video conference, but it is much appreciated.
To the Grain Growers, I understand the timeframe. When you provide that material I wonder if you can include some comparatives--some of the competitors to Canada in your areas, what the relative tariffs mean now, and what they might mean in the future. That would be very helpful.
I want to address my questions to both Mr. Vogt and Mr. Wilcke. I don't think there's anybody in this room who isn't concerned about labour conditions, freedom of speech, and freedom of association. I would say that every person in this room is equally concerned about those issues. I appreciate your taking the time to describe some of the concerns.
I think the bigger issue for us is whether trade helps or hinders those conditions. After all, this is a free trade agreement and we do have labour provisions. I appreciate Mr. Wilcke's comments about whether the labour piece is better in a side agreement or not.
I have a broader question about whether you think engaging in trade--or increased trade, as we already have trade with Jordan--will make things worse.
Mr. Wilcke, maybe you could answer that first.