Japan's Motegi Says Chances U.S. Rejoins TPP Are Low

The transcript discusses the low likelihood of the US rejoining the TPP under the Trump administration, despite Japan's efforts to persuade them. It also covers the expected timeline for the TPP 11 signing, considering upcoming political events in member countries. Additionally, it addresses Canada's abrupt request for cultural exemptions in the agreement, urging Canada to clarify and convince other members.

What is Japan's stance on the US rejoining the TPP?

• Japan is indifferent to the US rejoining.

• Japan is making efforts to persuade the US to return.

• Japan has already given up on the US rejoining.

• Japan opposes the US rejoining.

What is the expected timeline for signing the TPP 11?

• After the political events next year.

• Before the political events next year.

• There is no specific timeline.

• In the next five years.

What role is Japan expected to play in the TPP 11 signing process?

• A critic of the process.

• A passive observer.

• A mediator between countries.

• A leader in resolving remaining issues.

What did Canada request in the TPP negotiations?

• More economic benefits.

• Cultural exemptions.

• Military support.

• Environmental protections.

What is expected from Canada regarding its request for cultural exemptions?

• To ignore other member nations' opinions.

• To demand immediate acceptance.

• To provide more clarity and convince other nations.

• To withdraw the request.