1. The objectives of this Chapter are:
(a) to ensure a seamless, integrated Canadian transportation system that:
(i) is safe, secure and efficient;
(ii) is responsive to the needs of shippers and travellers; and
(iii) promotes a competitive, productive and sustainable economy throughout Canada;
(b) to affirm competition and market forces, whenever possible, as the prime agents in providing viable and effective transportation services;
(c) to build on the progress already achieved by the Parties in reducing barriers to trade in transportation services through existing consultation mechanisms and agreements;
(d) to further eliminate obstacles to trade in transportation services in Canada and thereby facilitate internal trade in goods and services; and
(e) to create effective procedures for:
(i) the implementation and application of this Chapter; and
(ii) consultations to cooperatively resolve issues related to the application of this Chapter and to expand and enhance its benefits.
2. The Parties shall interpret and apply this Chapter taking into account the objectives set out in paragraph 1.