Thank you, Madam Chair.
Thank you to both presenters for their very insightful opening remarks.
My first question is for Mr. Fulton.
Even though the study focuses on Japan, you brought up the United Kingdom, a good example that comes up all the time. The idea is that there are sanitary, phytosanitary and non-tariff barriers, even if, on paper, products can enter the country. That's understandable. For example, in the agri-food sector, there can obviously be disease risks and conditions that would not be considered sufficiently sanitary from another country's point of view.
On paper, I think we all agree that we never want to risk the safety of people who might consume these products. Now, of course, this must be genuinely justified and not just an excuse.
You talked about this. In the case of Japan, we know that its regulations are extremely strict and that this can complicate your exports. In your case, what is the biggest challenge? Is it the additional costs involved? Is it certification, traceability, inspection, labelling or distribution?
In short, I'd appreciate it if you could fill in the details.
Thank you.