EU/Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)
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With the European Parliament.
Last active 15 Feb 2017
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
It approves the EU-Canada trade and investment agreement, lowering trade barriers while keeping EU product and safety rules unchanged.
Who it affects
EU businesses trading with Canada, especially exporters, importers, and service providers, gain easier market access. Canadian suppliers selling into the EU remain subject to EU product, food, health, and safety rules.
Core of the proposal
- Removes or reduces customs duties and other trade barriers between the EU and Canada.
- Opens wider access for goods, services, investment, and public procurement.
- Keeps EU standards on food, products, consumers, labour, health, and the environment unchanged.
- Creates a Joint Committee to oversee implementation and amend certain annexes.
Latest update
10 Jul 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
European Parliament → European Parliament
European Parliament → European Parliament
Documents
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