Walz To Lead Trade Mission to The Netherlands and Ireland in November
ST. PAUL (KVRR) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is heading to the Netherlands and Ireland.
He will lead a delegation of business leaders on a trade mission to the countries in November.
The mission will focus on growing Minnesota’s exports of goods and services.
“Trade missions provide an opportunity to strengthen international economic ties and lead to direct investment in Minnesota. I am thrilled to lead a delegation to the Netherlands and Ireland to further strengthen the state’s trade and investment relationships with these important international markets,” said Governor Walz. “Both countries offer excellent opportunities for Minnesota companies to grow their business in Europe, as well as create new partnerships for the state.”
Walz wants to showcase the state as a top destination for business investment.
Minnesota Trade Office is organizing the mission and accepting applications to join the delegation through August 30.
Around 35 businesses are expected to be included.
This will be the first trade mission led by a Minnesota governor to these two countries.
The Netherlands ($701 million in Minnesota exports in 2023) and Ireland ($688 million) rank seventh and eighth, respectively, among Minnesota export markets.
