Coronavirus, an “unforeseeable event” for Phase One deal

Coronavirus, an “unforeseeable event” for Phase One deal

American Farm Bureau’s chief economist says the lasting

impact of China’s coronavirus outbreak could quickly impact agriculture sales

under the Phase One agreement.

“Cities are on “lockdown,” ports are being closed.  They need to eat but how they get access to our food and their tourism industry is obviously going to take a big hit.”

John Newton tells Brownfield the Phase One trade deal with China includes a clause that allows China to consult with the U.S.

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