As American trade becomes more dynamic and reaches all corners of the planet it is mandatory that we have a voice in that trade, and in the policies of those nations with who we do business, and Trillions of USD in business. Much of our new trade and economic exchange is taking place with nations on the other side of the Pacific Ocean. Just like our participitation in the OAS, we must have a voice and constantly open dialogue with the nations on the other side of - in Asia, and within the Pacific Ocean. To not act now and begin participation, we lose our voice in what is unquestionably a massive sector of our economy and nation's economic well-being.