Form A Binational Panel Review - Disclosure Undertaking for Secretaries - Canada

The form A Binational Panel Review - Disclosure Undertaking for Secretaries in Canada is filed by the Secretary of the Binational Panel.

FAQ

Q: What is a Binational Panel Review?
A: Binational Panel Review is a process involving Canada and the United States to resolve disputes related to specific trade and investment matters.

Q: What is a Disclosure Undertaking?
A: Disclosure Undertaking is a commitment made by the Secretaries of the United States and Canada to protect the confidentiality of certain information during a Binational Panel Review.

Q: What is the purpose of a Disclosure Undertaking?
A: The purpose of a Disclosure Undertaking is to ensure that confidential information provided by the parties involved in the Binational Panel Review is protected and not publicly disclosed.

Q: Who are the Secretaries mentioned in the document?
A: The Secretaries mentioned in the document refer to the United States Secretary of Commerce and the Canadian Minister of International Trade.

Q: Why is confidentiality important in a Binational Panel Review?
A: Confidentiality is important in a Binational Panel Review to encourage the participants to share sensitive information without the fear of it being used against them in the future.

Q: What happens if a party violates the terms of the Disclosure Undertaking?
A: If a party violates the terms of the Disclosure Undertaking, they may face legal consequences, including potential civil or criminal penalties.