What are the advantages of having a parallel agreement on Environmental Cooperation in the context of the FTAA?
• Parallel agreements: • Provide the opportunity for trade partners to support each other in the fulfillment of obligations through coordinated and mutually-defined technical assistance; • Build bridges between trade and environment authorities (Ministries, departments or commissions) as they work together to meet obligations and ensure that trade and environmental policies are mutually-supportive; and, • Provide mechanisms for civil society and all citizens to participate in environmental management.
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