Thank you so much, Mr. McLean. It's wonderful to see you and to be here at committee.
We absolutely believe that a negotiated settlement to this dispute is for sure in the best interest of both Canada and the U.S. Just as we pursued the negotiations in CUSMA, the new NAFTA, it is taking a team Canada approach, working with industry, working with workers and making sure that we are advocating and working together with the Americans in areas where it is good for them and it is also good for us.
I think I've already shared the examples of where that will be. I am heartened to know that the new U.S. administration wants to work with its allies in resolving issues. I am very much looking forward to raising this at the first conversation I have with my new U.S. counterpart.