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Article: FACT SHEET: President Bush Announces United States Intends to Negotiate a Free Trade Agreement with Thailand.
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- October 19, 2003
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Presidential Action
Today, President Bush announced that the United States intends to negotiate a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Thailand. The elimination of the wide array of tariff and non-tariff barriers is expected to increase U.S. exports, particularly of agricultural goods and a range of services, and expand opportunities for American farmers, workers, consumers and businesses.
Thailand is a strong and valued ally on economic, military, security and political matters. The announcement that the United States and Thailand intend to launch FTA negotiations is a recognition of the progress both countries have ...