{"id":196708,"date":"2025-07-29T08:44:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T06:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/?p=196708"},"modified":"2025-07-29T08:45:00","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T06:45:00","slug":"canada-eu-an-international-context-favouring-trade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/canada-eu-an-international-context-favouring-trade\/","title":{"rendered":"Canada &#8211; EU: An International Context Favouring Trade"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In a context of geopolitical tensions and protectionist tendencies, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/accord-aecg-accord-commercial-et-economique-canada-et-union-europeenne\"><strong>Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement<\/strong> <strong>(CETA)<\/strong><\/a> serves as a strategic lever to <strong>boost bilateral trade between Canada and the European Union<\/strong>. Provisionally implemented since 2017, it facilitates exports, business establishment, and strengthens regulatory cooperation. This trade agreement aims to stimulate growth, protect investments, and ensure fair market access through the <strong>reduction of tariff and customs barriers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Concrete Response to Current International Trade Challenges<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Commerce-international-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-196634\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Commerce-international-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Commerce-international-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Commerce-international-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Commerce-international-1200x801.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Commerce-international.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CETA: Transforming International Trade Relations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Amid rising economic nationalism, logistical disruptions, and the increasing digitalisation of trade, <strong>CETA<\/strong> provides a stable, predictable, and attractive framework for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/our-services-in-canada\">securing trade between Canada<\/a> and the European Union<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, this trade agreement enables:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Securing bilateral trade<\/strong> within a harmonised legal framework;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Establishing mutual trust between foreign investors and signatory states;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting SMEs in their export efforts through a <strong>reduction in customs costs and constraints<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Through these mechanisms, the new agreement helps to <strong>neutralise the effects of the trade war<\/strong> affecting certain markets, while offering European businesses a more stable framework to operate on the international stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Strengthened Economic Cooperation Between Two Historic Partners<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cooperation-economique-1024x584.jpg\" alt=\"This powerful image illustrates the strengthened transatlantic economic cooperation between Canada and the European Union through the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). The handshake between two professional figures, set against a modern city backdrop, embodies mutual trust, legal stability, and the harmonisation of standards at the core of this bilateral partnership. This visual captures the spirit of the agreement: facilitating investments, opening public procurement markets, and promoting talent mobility, while upholding shared values of sustainability, transparency, and responsible growth.\" class=\"wp-image-196516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cooperation-economique-1024x584.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cooperation-economique-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cooperation-economique-768x438.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cooperation-economique-1200x684.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cooperation-economique.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CETA: Strengthened Economic Cooperation Between Canada and the European Union<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CETA<\/strong> is not limited to a tariff agreement. Beyond strictly economic aspects, this agreement with the EU places particular emphasis on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>sustainability of bilateral trade<\/strong> and corporate social responsibility (CSR);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental protection, with specific clauses on climate and <strong>the commitments of the Paris Agreement<\/strong>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mutual recognition of professional qualifications, promoting the mobility of skilled workers between the two regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, this free trade agreement serves as a tool for regulatory convergence and ethical cooperation between two economic models based on democracy, law, and transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CETA: Eliminating Tariff Barriers for Facilitated Trade<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Echanges-commerciaux-facilites-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A dynamic image depicting an international trading port, with a container ship and a lorry being loaded. This visual vividly illustrates the effects of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union, particularly the reduction of customs barriers, the simplification of import\/export procedures, and the streamlining of transatlantic logistics. Thanks to the harmonisation of standards and mutual recognition of technical regulations, SMEs and large enterprises can now export and import more freely, while gaining operational efficiency and competitiveness in the international market.\" class=\"wp-image-196528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Echanges-commerciaux-facilites-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Echanges-commerciaux-facilites-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Echanges-commerciaux-facilites-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Echanges-commerciaux-facilites-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Echanges-commerciaux-facilites.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Solution for Import\/Export Between Europe and Canada Thanks to CETA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/accord-aecg-accord-commercial-et-economique-canada-et-union-europeenne\">One of the main benefits of the <strong>Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)<\/strong><\/a> lies in the extensive elimination of customs duties and the <strong>simplification of trade with Europe<\/strong>, enabling businesses to <strong>import and export more freely<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Harmonisation of Customs Procedures to Streamline Trade<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the <strong>elimination of customs duties<\/strong>, the new agreement also tackles <strong>non-tariff barriers<\/strong> that previously hindered trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a summary table of the customs simplification measures provided by this agreement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Measure Planned<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Benefits for Businesses<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/handle-customs-operations\">Simplification of Customs Procedures<\/a><\/td><td>Harmonised Processes for Import\/Export<\/td><td>Reduction in Delays and Logistics Costs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mutual Recognition of Technical Regulations<\/td><td>Products Certified in One Country Recognised in the Other<\/td><td>Fewer Duplications and Certification Costs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Facilitated Access to Information<\/td><td>Trade Information Portals<\/td><td>Better Understanding of Customs Formalities<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Unprecedented Opening of Public Procurement Markets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most innovative aspects of <strong>the CETA trade agreement<\/strong> lies in access to public procurement markets between Canada and the European Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below outlines the main aspects of this component:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Component Concerned<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Details<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Examples<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Levels of Government<\/td><td>Opening of Public Procurement Markets at All Levels<\/td><td>Federal and Provincial Tenders<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Types of Entities<\/td><td>Public Entities Accessible to European Companies<\/td><td>Universities, Hospitals, State-Owned Enterprises<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sectors Opened<\/td><td>Sectors Covered by the CETA Agreement<\/td><td>Construction, IT, Professional Services, Transport, Environment, etc.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This opening fully aligns with the logic of European agreements, while fostering a climate of trust between partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enhanced Protection for Investors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The CETA trade agreement establishes a stable and predictable legal framework for foreign investments<\/strong>, essential in the context of modern bilateral trade agreements. This security is particularly strategic for <strong>European and Canadian companies seeking to develop long-term activities<\/strong> in a transatlantic space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the protection measures provided by the new agreement are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dispute resolution mechanisms between investors and states (ICS \u2013 Investment Court System), ensuring fairness and transparency;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protection of investors\u2019 rights<\/strong> against unjustified or discriminatory expropriation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safeguards against unforeseen or arbitrary regulatory obstacles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This framework provides <strong>concrete legal security for companies investing in the EU\u2013Canada space<\/strong>, shielded from trade or political tensions.<br>For those <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/identify-for-tax-purposes-in-a-non-eu-country\/\">establishing a physical presence in Canada<\/a> or Europe, <strong>CETA ensures an environment compliant with the European Commission\u2019s international standards<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Canada vs United States: A Strategic Advantage for European Companies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tension-entre-le-Canada-et-les-USA-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"A photograph of two flags \u2013 Canada above and the United States below \u2013 flying under a clear sky. This visual symbolises the close but sometimes strained economic relations between these two North American powers. In a context marked by high tariffs imposed by the United States (up to 35% on certain products), this image underscores the strategic relevance of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) linking Canada to the European Union. The transatlantic partnership with the EU thus offers Canada a more stable, predictable, and advantageous alternative to diversify its international markets.\" class=\"wp-image-196565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tension-entre-le-Canada-et-les-USA-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tension-entre-le-Canada-et-les-USA-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tension-entre-le-Canada-et-les-USA-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tension-entre-le-Canada-et-les-USA-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tension-entre-le-Canada-et-les-USA.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amid Tensions with the United States, Canada Looks to Europe with CETA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/united-states-new-measures-for-imports\">trade tensions between Canada and the United States<\/a><\/strong> weaken their economic relations (tariffs of up to 35%), <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/european-union-the-response-to-us-customs-tariffs\">the European Union offers Canada a more stable<\/a> and predictable partnership through CETA<\/strong>. This agreement enhances the competitiveness of Canadian companies in the European market and, conversely, enables European companies to use Canada as a gateway to North America, bypassing U.S. barriers through the USMCA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CETA: A Lever for Circumvention and Opportunity for Europe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To <strong>facilitate international trade<\/strong> and reduce technical barriers, the CETA agreement goes beyond the <strong>elimination of customs duties<\/strong>. It also implements concrete measures to <strong>harmonise customs procedures<\/strong> and <strong>streamline flows between the European Union and Canada<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below outlines the main measures of this agreement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Measure<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Advantages for Businesses<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Simplification of Customs Procedures<\/td><td>Implementation of Harmonised Processes for Imports and Exports<\/td><td>Reduction in Delays, Logistics Costs, and Administrative Procedures<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mutual Recognition of Technical Regulations<\/td><td>Automatic Acceptance of Conformity Certifications in Certain Sectors<\/td><td>Faster Market Access, Elimination of Duplicated Tests or Standards<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Facilitated Access to Trade Information<\/td><td>Creation of Online Portals to Centralise Regulations and Procedures<\/td><td>Improved Visibility of Regulatory Requirements, Time Savings for SMEs<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A More Attractive Europe for Canadian Companies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Une-nouvelle-opportunite-pour-les-entreprise-Canadiennes-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"This image shows the Canadian flag flying in front of a glass-fronted office building, a powerful symbol of the international ambition of Canadian companies. Within the framework of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), this visual embodies the new era of economic opportunities for Canadian firms seeking to establish or export to the European market. Thanks to the elimination of tariff barriers, access to European public procurement markets, and a GDPR-compliant environment, Canadian companies can now operate in an attractive, stable, and innovative regulatory framework.\" class=\"wp-image-196552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Une-nouvelle-opportunite-pour-les-entreprise-Canadiennes-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Une-nouvelle-opportunite-pour-les-entreprise-Canadiennes-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Une-nouvelle-opportunite-pour-les-entreprise-Canadiennes-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Une-nouvelle-opportunite-pour-les-entreprise-Canadiennes-1-1200x801.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Une-nouvelle-opportunite-pour-les-entreprise-Canadiennes-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CETA: A New Gateway for Canadian Companies to Europe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With its 27 member states and over 447 million inhabitants, the European Union is one of the largest unified markets in the world.<br>Thanks to CETA, Canadian companies now access it under far more advantageous conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Concretely, the <strong>free trade agreement<\/strong> enables:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Facilitated establishment through a <strong>reduction in customs and regulatory barriers<\/strong>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access to European public procurement markets<\/strong>, a rare privilege for companies outside the EU;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An environment conducive to innovation, intellectual property, and GDPR compliance, thereby enhancing the attractiveness of the European market.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This new agreement aligns with European agreements aimed at stimulating investment, innovation, and <strong>strategic transatlantic partnerships<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Two Complementary Markets with High Potential<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the major strengths of <strong>the CETA trade agreement<\/strong> lies in the <strong>economic complementarity between Canada and the European Union<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This trade agreement allows the strengths of each region to be combined:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Canada<\/strong>, with its natural resources, clean technologies, and entrepreneurial dynamism;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Europe<\/strong>, with its industrial expertise, vast consumer market, and high-quality standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The trade agreement thus serves as a lever for innovation, cooperation, and resilience in the face of crises, including in the context of a <strong>global trade war<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Win-Win Partnership for Businesses<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Indicator<\/th><th>European Union<\/th><th>Canada<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Number of Companies<\/td><td>23 million<\/td><td>3 million<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Population<\/td><td>447 million<\/td><td>38 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The European Union<\/strong> represents a strategic market for Canadian companies seeking to import and forge new partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Canada<\/strong>, with its clear legal framework and human-scale market, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/canada-changes-in-imports-and-the-carm\/\">offers European companies tangible opportunities<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our Tailored Support for Your Transatlantic Projects<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To fully benefit from the agreement, it is essential to comply with the <strong>fiscal, social, and customs obligations specific to each territory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ASD Group transforms your potential constraints into performance levers through <strong>tailored, practical solutions for every situation<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Service \/ Area<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Challenge Encountered<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>ASD Group Solution<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Benefit for the Company<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/tax-representation\">Tax Representation in Europe<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Any Canadian company wishing to import, sell, or provide services in the EU without a local establishment must comply with local VAT regulations.<\/td><td>We provide your tax representation, manage your VAT registration, declarations, and ensure the compliance of your financial flows.<\/td><td>Securing your commercial operations and compliance with European tax regulations.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/tax-representation-gst-hst-pst-tax-management-and-obligations-in-canada\">Legal Representation in Canada<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>European companies operating in Canada must comply with local regulations: taxes, fiscal obligations, social requirements, etc.<\/td><td>We assist you in creating a local entity or suitable status and provide your legal representation.<\/td><td>Compliant and optimised establishment in the Canadian market.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/services-gdpr-advice\">GDPR Compliance<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/gdpr-implications-for-canadian-and-us-companies\/\">GDPR applies to any company processing data of European residents, even if based outside the EU.<\/a><\/td><td>Our experts guide you through GDPR compliance, drafting legal notices, privacy policies, and selecting subcontractors.<\/td><td>Compliance with European data protection requirements.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/certification-of-non-resident-employers-in-canada\">Non-Resident Employer Certification<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Seconding an employee to Canada without an establishment can lead to complex tax obligations.<\/td><td>We assist you in obtaining non-resident employer certification, avoiding withholding tax on salaries (subject to conditions).<\/td><td>Simplification of your missions in Canada and tax optimisation.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asd-int.com\/en\/waiver-of-withholding-tax-for-employers-not-resident-in-canada\">Withholding Tax Exemption<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Certain foreign companies face unjustified withholding tax on their services.<\/td><td>Thanks to CETA and bilateral tax treaties, we help you obtain the necessary exemptions from Canadian tax authorities.<\/td><td>Avoid double taxation and recover your 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