an agreement that removes trade barriers, such as import tariffs and quotas
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) have demonstrated to be one of the safest ways to open up international markets to U.S. exporters. Trade Agreements decrease restrictions in U.S. exports and also preserves U.S. interests. It also intensifies the rule of law in the FTA associate country.
FTA helps in lowering of trade restrictions and the also assisted in the formulation of a more stable and transparent trading environment. Such agreements makes it cheaper for U.S. companies to export their goods and services to trading associate markets.