Trans-Pacific Partnership won't harm agriculture - Miti

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will not have a negative impact on the agriculture sector, said Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry Liew Chin Tong.

He said the CPTPP, which came into force on Nov 29, will protect the interest of local farmers as it is one of the few free trade agreements which recognises the issue of food security.

“It is clear that the CPTPP will...