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| http://reichert.house.gov/press-release/tpp-caucus-chairmen-joint-statement-latest-round-negotiations-singapore | TPP Caucus Chairmen Joint Statement on Latest Round of Negotiations in Singapore | 2013-12-11 | 2013 | 2013-12 | Republican | House | WA | Dave Reichert | R000578 | reichert.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC - Congressman Dave Reichert (R-WA) and colleagues, Congressmen Ron Kind (D-WI), Congressman Charles Boustany, M.D. (R-LA), and Gregory Meeks (D-NY), of the newly formed Friends of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Caucus, issued the following statement after the latest round of negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) concluded in Singapore earlier this week: Congressman Dave Reichert said, “I welcome the news out of Singapore of the advancement of the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations. This critical agreement encompasses almost 40% of world GDP and current TPP countries comprise a large and increasing percentage of our goods and services exports. We must make sure that the final outcome of the negotiations is high-standard as well as comprehensive, because that is what is necessary to truly benefit Washington farmers, workers and businesses and our trading partners. This is not an easy task, but in order to grow the over 326,000 jobs in Washington currently supported by trade with TPP countries, we need an ambitious outcome. I look forward to continued engagement with the Administration as we press ahead to meet these goals.” “I am pleased to see that progress is being made with our partner countries as we move closer to finalizing this groundbreaking, market-opening trade agreement,” said Congressman Ron Kind (D-WI). “A comprehensive agreement will allow our farmers, workers and businesses to maximize economic opportunities in these key markets while elevating standards for workers and strengthening our economy in Wisconsin.” Congressman Boustany (R-LA) stated, “With the conclusion of the latest rounds of TPP negotiations in Singapore, I remain optimistic in reaching a comprehensive, 21st century trade agreement. The TPP will expand existing trade ties between the United States and six current free trade agreement (FTA) partners supporting economic growth and jobs in America. In addition, the TPP will also open new markets for U.S. producers in five non-FTA partner countries in the Asia-Pacific region. As a co-chair of the Friends of TPP Caucus, I recognize there is still much work to complete. I look forward to continue to work with our Congressional colleagues and the Administration to further discussions on promoting the single largest engine of economic growth for America: trade.” Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-NY) added, “As the latest round of TPP Ministerial talks in Singapore conclude, there is substantial progress towards a final negotiation. Important work still needs to be done, and I am encouraged by the dedication and commitment of all 12 TPP nations to reach a comprehensive, high-standard agreement. I look forward to meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Froman to discuss next steps, and how Congress can work in partnership with the Administration to build a deal that increases U.S. exports and supports American jobs.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |