Ronald Reagan

“ In such negotiations, the United States adheres to the principle of reciprocal trade concessions and commitments-a principle embodied in the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade that has served the mutual interests of all trading partners.
Government can set the framework for expanded trade, but government cannot make trade flourish. This enormous power lies with private enterprise. When American private citizens act to increase trade, all America will benefit. ”

“ A vital interlocking part of our economy is our export activity. Every billion dollars in manufactured exports provides some 32,000 jobs for American workers. Exports account for almost six million U.S. jobs and generate billions of dollars in business for U.S. companies. Small wonder that this year's World Trade Week theme is "exports mean jobs."
For these reasons, the United States remains firmly committed to a liberal world trading system and an active role in future world trade negotiations. ”

“ The United States recognizes two of its most important responsibilities-to help restore growth and vitality to the world economy and to assure that all countries participate fully in international development. That is why America is committed to policies of free trade, unrestricted investment and open capital markets. ”