I appreciate that, Ambassador.
Where I'm coming from is that we already have relationships with all of these countries. We don't need to do this, but maybe we do. What I'm looking for is the argument for Canada to do more than just sit at the table and watch. You know, I'm not a very good hockey player; in fact, I'm a very bad one. So I coach, but when I engage my players, I engage them to participate fully. Sitting on the sidelines watching is not nearly as much fun.
In terms of direct involvement, what contribution could Canada make to the Pacific Alliance by getting off the bench and becoming a participant?