Two Markets, One Gateway: Canada and Mexico Through CPTPP
10:00am – Guest arrival and networking
10:30am – Chair’s welcome and introduction
10:35am – Welcome from the host
10:40am – CPTPP overview: what the agreement means for UK businesses and the support available in the UK and overseas
10:55am – Unlocking Mexico: Exploring Market Opportunities and Practical Considerations for UK Businesses
11:10am – Unlocking Canada: Exploring Market Opportunities and Practical Considerations for UK Businesses
11:25am – Moderated panel discussion and audience Q&A
12:00pm – Networking and direct conversations with speakers
12:30pm – Event close
Gain first-hand market insight from senior trade representatives from the Embassy of Mexico, the High Commission of Canada and the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.
Canada and Mexico are two of the UK’s most established trading partners. CPTPP creates a fresh opportunity for businesses to strengthen existing relationships, explore new markets and compete with greater confidence
Join Suffolk Chamber of Commerce for an engaging and practical session exploring what the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) means for businesses trading with, or considering expansion into, Canada and Mexico. Hear directly from UK Government and diplomatic trade representatives from Mexico and Canada about emerging opportunities, key commercial considerations and the support available to help your business take its next step.
Why attend?
- Understand how CPTPP can support trade with Canada and Mexico.
- Identify promising opportunities for UK exporters, importers and investors.
- Gain practical insight into market entry, regulations and commercial considerations.
- Learn what UK Government and in-market support is available.
- Put your questions directly to trade specialists during the panel discussion.
- Build valuable connections with speakers and fellow businesses.
Hear directly from diplomatic and UK Government trade experts
Olivia Herford - FTA Lead – CPTPP, Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade. Discover how CPTPP is changing the trading landscape for UK businesses, the advantages it can offer and the practical support available to help companies turn the agreement into commercial opportunity.
Faride Gomez - Head of Economic Affairs, Trade Promotion and Tourism, Embassy of Mexico in the UK. Gain first-hand insight into Mexico’s business opportunities, market priorities and trading environment, and hear how Mexico’s trade representatives connect Mexican and UK businesses with potential partners.
Jennifer Kay - First Secretary (Commercial) and Trade Commissioner, High Commission of Canada in the UK. Explore where the strongest opportunities lie in Canada, understand the commercial landscape and hear how UK businesses can connect with potential partners in Canada.
Take the next step towards your business ambitions in Canada and Mexico. Booking is essential and places are limited.
This event is taking place at Ipswich Town Football Club
Please ensure you read the cancellation policy prior to booking on the event.
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