Leaders Note Progress On The Security And Prosperity Partnership Of North Americ

We have discussed how we can ensure North America is the most economically dynamic region in the world and a secure home for our citizens. Today, we exchanged views with private sector leaders on how to enhance the competitiveness of North America. Building on existing commitments, we agree that priority initiatives warrant special attention in the coming year: Strengthening Competitiveness in North America. We are pleased to announce the creation of a North American Competitiveness Council (NACC). The Council will comprise members of the private sector from each country and will provide us recommendations on North American competitiveness, including, among others, areas such as automotive and transportation, steel, manufacturing, and services. The Council will meet annually with security and prosperity Ministers and will engage with senior government officials on an ongoing basis. From the Prime Minister's Web Site (http://www.pm.gc.ca/) [Proofreader's note: this article was edited for spelling and typos on April 2, 2006]

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