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Public Consultation on the ASEAN Trade in Goods agreement (ATIGA) 3.1 The ATIGA upgrade negotiations were launched by the ASEAN economic Ministers at the 54th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting in September 2022. An upgraded ATIGA will ensure the Agreement’s continued relevance amidst emerging trends, and better facilitate ASEAN trade flows, advance regional economic integration, and also maintain…f 17 new chapters of the upgraded ATIGA have been agreed upon,and the negotiation progress has reached 89 percent completion.
In response, the deputy minister said, Indonesia has proposed trade liberalization as a requirement for all ASEAN countries, especially for countries who have yet to achieve the required liberalization commitment average in the ATIGA.
roro Esti said that the ATIGA upgrade is aimed at modernizing its coverage and making it more relevant and responsive to ASEAN and global challenges.
She added that during the online meeting on Friday, the delegates agreed on a special arrangement for rice and sugar as ASEAN’s strategic food commodities.
“It is indeed part of ATIGA’s upgrade. It is in line with domestic policies and will provide a safety net for the stability of domestic rice and sugar supply and prices,” the deputy minister explained.
Review of the ASEAN Trade in goods Agreement (ATIGA): Inclusion of Strategic Food Commodities
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The ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) is undergoing a notable review to enhance its coverage and relevance in addressing both regional and global challenges. In September 2022,ASEAN launched negotiations to upgrade the agreement,aiming to strengthen commitments and ensure the stability of strategic food commodities.
Interview with Deputy Minister Roro Esti
Editor: Can you provide an overview of the current status of the ATIGA upgrade?
Deputy Minister Roro Esti: The ATIGA upgrade is aimed at modernizing its coverage and making it more relevant and responsive to ASEAN and global challenges. it is crucial to note that this upgrade includes a special arrangement for rice and sugar, which have been identified as strategic food commodities for ASEAN.
Editor: What prompted the need for this special arrangement for rice and sugar?
Deputy Minister Roro Esti: The special arrangement for rice and sugar is part of the ATIGA upgrade and aligns with domestic policies. This arrangement will serve as a safety net to ensure the stability of domestic supply and prices for these essential commodities.
Editor: How does this arrangement contribute to the stability of domestic rice and sugar supply and prices?
Deputy Minister Roro Esti: By including rice and sugar as strategic food commodities, we aim to provide a safety net that ensures the stability of domestic supply and prices. This is particularly important in times of global uncertainty, where disruptions in the supply chain can significantly impact food security.
Editor: Can you elaborate on how this upgrade is in line with domestic policies?
Deputy Minister Roro Esti: The upgrade is designed to complement and support domestic policies. It ensures that while we are integrating with the global market, we also maintain the necessary safeguards to protect our domestic food supply and pricing mechanisms.
Editor: What are the expected outcomes of this agreement for ASEAN member countries?
Deputy minister Roro Esti: The expected outcomes include enhanced food security, stable domestic prices, and a more robust and resilient supply chain for strategic food commodities. This will ultimately benefit consumers and businesses across ASEAN member countries.
Conclusion
the upgrade of the ASEAN Trade in goods Agreement (ATIGA) to include special arrangements for rice and sugar as strategic food commodities is a significant step towards ensuring food security and price stability within ASEAN member countries. This initiative aligns with domestic policies and aims to create a safety net that will benefit consumers and businesses alike. As the negotiations continue, the focus remains on modernizing the agreement to address current and future challenges effectively.
