/ world today news/ The Council of Ministers adopted a decision to approve and sign the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada, on the one hand, and the European Union and its member states, on the other. The Strategic Partnership Agreement between the EU and Canada has also been approved, the government press service announced.
The Government authorized the Permanent Representative of Bulgaria to the EU to sign the two documents subject to subsequent ratification and subject to an official commitment by the Government of Canada to cancel visa requirements for Bulgarian citizens wishing to visit the country for business and tourism purposes. no later than the end of 2017.
The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement aims to liberalize and promote trade in goods and services, improve intellectual property protection and investment protection. Provisions on sustainable development and energy resources are also included.
The EU-Canada Strategic Partnership Agreement covers the entire range of topics shaping the relationship’s agenda. Various sections are devoted to cooperation in the fields of security, counter-terrorism, international trade and investment, sustainable development, migration and border management, scientific research, innovation and communication technology, culture, education and people-to-people contacts. Mechanisms for channeling the political dialogue and conducting consultations are being established.
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