Then, I would ask the chairman, shall the USTR understand that such intent is confirmed in legislation, and ensure that the legislated objectives will continue to constitute the principal U.S. negotiating objectives in future negotiations?
Questioning the USTR's understanding of legislative intent regarding U.S. negotiating objectives.
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