The new pact is a modernization of the 25-year-old NAFTA.

The Trump administration announced intentions to enter negotiations in October.

The new trade deal will ensure the long-term strength of the US meat and poultry industry.

The deal will take the Charlotte-based QSR chain private.

Perdue lauds the new trade agreement and acknowledges the threat posed by ASF.

The groups hope to see more progress in the coming weeks.