Scott Morrison vetoes 'rear view' analysis of Trans-Pacific Partnership
by Shalailah Medhora from on (#146QM)
Treasurer tells National Press Club sceptics are welcome to doubt the trade benefits but the government is convinced of them
The treasurer, Scott Morrison, has ruled out conducting "rear view" analysis of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement, saying that the government is satisfied with its projected benefits.
The only analysis done on the massive 12-country trade deal was conducted by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Consumer groups such as Choice had asked for independent review to be undertaken.
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