'No Justification' for Turkey Holding Pastor, Sen. Cardin Says

The transcript discusses various international trade issues, including the impact of tariffs imposed by the President on traditional allies, the importance of energy independence for Europe, and the potential for trade agreements with Europe and NAFTA. It also highlights concerns about trade with China, including intellectual property and currency manipulation. Additionally, the transcript covers sanctions on Turkey for detaining Pastor Andrew Brunson and on Russia, with a focus on the Magnitsky Act and the implications of President Putin's postponed visit to the US.

What was the initial cause of division among countries that should be united on removing trade barriers?

• The imposition of tariffs using Section 232

• The withdrawal from NAFTA

• The increase in agricultural subsidies

• The signing of a new trade agreement with China

How does the US plan to help Europe become more energy independent?

• By increasing oil exports

• By supplying more LNG

• By reducing coal production

• By investing in nuclear energy

What is the main obstacle to passing a new NAFTA agreement in Congress?

• Insufficient time before elections

• Lack of support from European allies

• Disagreements with China

• Opposition from the agricultural sector

What major trade concern is highlighted in relation to China?

• Overproduction of semiconductors

• Currency manipulation

• Lack of energy resources

• Increased tariffs on European goods

What action did the US President propose regarding Turkey's detention of Pastor Andrew Brunson?

• Increasing military presence

• Negotiating a trade deal

• Imposing large sanctions

• Offering diplomatic immunity

What legislative action was proposed concerning the Magnitsky Act?

• Expanding the list to include more countries

• Requiring congressional approval to remove names from the list

• Reducing the sanctions imposed

• Repealing the act entirely

Why was President Putin's visit to Washington postponed?

• To finalize the NAFTA agreement

• To focus on energy independence

• Due to unresolved trade agreements

• Because of unclear understandings from the Helsinki meeting