After major discussions about autos, dispute resolution and a five-year review clause, U.S. negotiators have asked decision-makers how to respond. MONTREAL—Important decisions about NAFTA’s future are now in the hands of U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, as American negotiators turn to their political masters for guidance. American lawmakers attending this round spoke with Lighthizer and offered a vague preview of what he might say. This round was an early example of countries seeking a pathway to solutions for the difficult problems — without having the talks collapse. “There’s an optimism,” Reichert said, echoing sentiments frequently heard in Montreal.

Source: thestar January 28, 2018 22:30 UTC