I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 80 of the Standing Committee on International Trade. Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format pursuant to the Standing Orders; therefore, members are attending in person in the room and remotely using the Zoom application.
I would like to make a few comments for the benefit of witnesses and members.
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Before we start with the work of today, I think everyone was circulated a copy of the project budget for this prestudy. Is everybody in favour of the budget?