Robert Portman Quotations

I do welcome the give and take from our trading partners and in particular the E.U., but I continue to be very disappointed that the E.U. did not reciprocate with a similar level of ambition on market access as we offered on domestic support.

Open markets and strong trade relations are key components to a more peaceful, stable and prosperous world. Through expanded trade, the roots of democracy and freedom are deepened, ... Here at home, trade policy opens markets to create good jobs, a higher standard of living, and greater economic growth.

Globally, there's a 62% average tariff on agricultural products. In some countriesàit's more than 100%.

The E.U. hasn't gone far enough. That's the general consensus,

I believe this textile agreement is an example of how the U.S. and China do have the ability to resolve tough trade disputes in a manner that benefits both countries,

after the appeal, I understand it wouldn't be until the spring of 2006.

This has been litigated to death, ... and it's probably time to sit down in a serious way and determine how we can resolve our differences in a way that is long lasting.