Canadian int’l trade minister in Athens

The importance of progress in the implementation of the EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was underlined by visiting Canadian International Trade Minister Peter Van Loan during a meeting with Regional Development and Competitiveness Minister Mihalis Chryssohoidis in Athens on Thursday.

Their talks focused on the cooperation potential in the sectors of investments and trade.

Chryssohoidis briefed the Canadian delegation on the initiatives undertaken for the creation of a business-friendly environment, while highlighting the investment opportunities in Greece. He also referred to the new strategy aimed at boosting extroversion outlined on Wednesday aimed at promoting the Greek products and businesses in international markets.

On his part, the Canadian government minister stated that he is impressed with the steps made by the Greek government as regards the fiscal adjustment and the reinforcement of competitiveness.