Governor Tim Walz and Others Schedule November Trade Trip to United Kingdom and Finland

(KNSI) – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will lead a trade delegation to the United Kingdom and Finland this fall.

According to a press release, Governor Walz will be joined by First Lady Gwen Walz, Minnesota Department of Agriculture Secretary Thom Peterson, and Department of Employment and Economic Development Steve Grove as they tour major business centers around London and Helsinki. The release says the mission will focus on “increasing state exports, promoting Minnesota as a premier destination for business investment, developing new business opportunities, and strengthening existing ties.”

More than two dozen representatives from the medical technology, food and agriculture, environmental technology, and educational sectors will tag along on the trek scheduled for November 13th through the 19th.

Walz issued a statement regarding the trip calling Minnesota a world class business destination and says “Both the United Kingdom and Finland are important trade partners with Minnesota. This trade mission will build on our existing relationships, helping Minnesota companies and producers increase their exports while also encouraging European businesses to expand operations here in Minnesota.”

The Minnesota Trade Office is organizing the trade mission, and applications to join the business delegation should be submitted by Friday, August 27th, 2021. Apply by clicking here.

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