As it stands, NAFTA includes a cultural exemption clause, which means cultural goods are not treated like other commercial products. "We've made it very clear that defending that cultural exemption is something fundamental to Canadians." During the media availability he was specifically asked about the news media and NAFTA's contentious dispute resolution mechanism, Chapter 19. ​The U.S. has not specifically targeted the cultural exemption clause in its list of NAFTA demands, but any changes to the pact's rules on copyright, the digital economy and other technical matters could affect cultural industries here. We stay positive, we stay constructive, we stay willing to work for the best interests of Canadians in partnership with the Americans," he told reporters.

Source: CBC News September 04, 2018 22:07 UTC