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Premier Jason Kenney will attend the National Governors Association annual meeting in Washington, D.C., to advance Alberta’s economic interests.
The Premier will meet with top American government leaders to discuss energy security, key bilateral trade issues and urgent cross-border supply chain issues.
The National Governors Association meeting is held in Washington, D.C., convening governors from across the United States and its protectorates. Canadian premiers and leaders from Mexico often attend.
This year’s chair is Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson.
“Attending the National Governors Association meeting is an excellent opportunity to discuss key issues with American leaders. I will be there to discuss growing supply chain problems, including the U.S. and Canadian governments’ policies that have impacted many cross-border truckers, causing further damage to supply chains and higher prices for consumers. I will also continue to advocate for access to the U.S. market for our energy exports, including Line 5. Finally, I will be raising our concerns about growing U.S. protectionism, including the ‘Buy American’ initiative and softwood lumber tariffs. It’s critical for Alberta’s economy that we strongly advocate for our key interests with top American decision makers.”
The Government of Alberta recently announced that it is opening three new trade and investment offices in the United States – in Chicago, Denver and Seattle – while expanding its office in Washington, D.C., to more effectively advance the province’s economic interests.
Mission expenses will be posted on the travel and expense disclosure page. The estimated cost for Premier Kenney and three staff to attend is $18,425.
The Alberta government is committed to working with its national and international partners to advance shared interests that can lead to new opportunities for people and businesses in Alberta and around the world.
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*Subject to change.