Free Trade Agreement
What is the purpose of a free trade agreement?
To reduce and to get rid of barriers to trading goods and services across borders.
What are relief efforts?
Actions taken to provide help during a crisis or disaster.
What is an example of a free trade agreement?
The United States - Mexico - Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA).
What is one common type of relief effort?
Providing food and shelter to those affected by disasters.
How do free trade agreements benefit countries economically?
They help with financial investments, tourism, and moving workers and intellectual property across borders.
How does Canada participate in global relief efforts?
By sending aid workers and resources to affected areas.
What does it mean to eliminate tariffs?
It means removing taxes on imported goods.
Name a natural disaster where relief efforts are often needed.
Earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
Name one benefit of free trade agreements for tourists.
They facilitate easier travel and exchange between countries.
What role do international organizations play in relief efforts?
They organize and send aid to those in need.