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Although the parties recognize that economically this is a very significant issue for both of us, there are implications for the United States market with regard to their exports to Japan. If they are seen to be moving too expeditiously vis-à-vis Canadian imports, that may undermine their access to Asian markets. However, we pointed out, and they agreed, that the best way for the United States to allay concerns in Asian markets about its products is for those countries to accept that Canadian beef is safe. The Americans have accepted this, and we have agreed to work together to renormalize the situation in Asian markets.
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