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What is one of the main goals of the USMCA?
What is one of the main goals of the USMCA?
Which trade agreement focuses on eliminating tariffs between Canada and the EU?
Which trade agreement focuses on eliminating tariffs between Canada and the EU?
What is a significant feature of CETA?
What is a significant feature of CETA?
What does the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) promote?
What does the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) promote?
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What was the Trans-Pacific Partnership referred to after the US withdrawal?
What was the Trans-Pacific Partnership referred to after the US withdrawal?
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What is the primary purpose of the World Trade Organization?
What is the primary purpose of the World Trade Organization?
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Which statement accurately describes the role of the United Nations?
Which statement accurately describes the role of the United Nations?
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How does Canada benefit from its membership in the International Monetary Fund?
How does Canada benefit from its membership in the International Monetary Fund?
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What organization replaced the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade in 1995?
What organization replaced the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade in 1995?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the United Nations' objectives?
Which of the following is NOT one of the United Nations' objectives?
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What is one of the roles of trade organizations and agreements?
What is one of the roles of trade organizations and agreements?
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What is a major goal of the International Monetary Fund?
What is a major goal of the International Monetary Fund?
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Which of the following organizations is focused on reducing protectionist policies?
Which of the following organizations is focused on reducing protectionist policies?
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What is one of the primary functions of the IMF?
What is one of the primary functions of the IMF?
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What is the main goal of the World Bank?
What is the main goal of the World Bank?
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Which group has seen its relevance questioned due to the rise of alternative institutions?
Which group has seen its relevance questioned due to the rise of alternative institutions?
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What is the purpose of a tax treaty?
What is the purpose of a tax treaty?
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What type of trade agreement involves Canada and one other country?
What type of trade agreement involves Canada and one other country?
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What agreement replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
What agreement replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
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What objective does the USMCA aim to achieve?
What objective does the USMCA aim to achieve?
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What is a trading bloc?
What is a trading bloc?
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Study Notes
Trade Organizations and Agreements
- Governments use trade agreements to promote international trade and economic growth.
- Trade agreements establish rules for trade and investment in goods and services.
- Trade agreements can also be used to promote peaceful relationships between countries.
International Organizations
- The World Trade Organization (WTO) is a global organization that regulates and liberalizes international trade.
- The WTO replaced the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) in 1995.
- The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace, security, and cooperation among countries.
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international organization founded in 1944 to support global monetary cooperation and reduce poverty.
- The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to poorer countries for capital projects.
- The G7 is an informal grouping of advanced democracies that meets annually to coordinate global economic policy.
Canada’s Involvement in International Organizations
- Canada is a member of the WTO, UN, IMF, and World Bank.
- Canada benefits from the economic assessments and recommendations of the IMF, which help inform Canadian economic policies.
- Canada has bilateral tax treaties with 92 countries to prevent tax evasion and reduce double taxation.
Types of Trade Agreements
- Regional agreements involve groups of countries, such as the European Union (EU) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
- Bilateral agreements involve two countries or groups of countries.
Trade & Investment Agreements
- The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
- The USMCA aims to enhance trade and economic cooperation among the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is a treaty between Canada and the European Union.
- CETA will eliminate 98% of tariffs between Canada and the EU.
- The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is an organization that promotes free trade among its member countries.
- The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is a trade agreement that creates a free trade zone among its member countries.
- The TPP also known as the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
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This quiz explores key trade organizations and agreements that shape international commerce. It covers the roles of the WTO, IMF, and World Bank, as well as the impact of trade agreements on economic growth and international relations. Test your understanding of how these entities function to promote trade and cooperation among nations.
