It's a brand new west and Saskatchewan is at the helm.
The Premiers of Saskatchewan, British Columbia and Alberta are playing hosts this week to a New West Partnership (NWP) reception in China during the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting of the New Champions. "We achieve so much more when we work together," says Saskatchewan's Premier Brad Wall.
Truer words have never been spoken. "Whether it is eliminating barriers to trade and growth among our provinces, or unlocking our potential by promoting our region's tremendous trade and investment opportunities internationally."
"The New West Partnership proves that the best way to provide jobs for families and long-term prosperity is to work together to create an investment-friendly business market that harmonizes regulation and reduces red tape," British Columbia Premier Christy Clark adds. "Our three provinces are economic leaders in Canada with the regional advantages to open up key markets across the Asia Pacific and around the world."
The New West Partnership was signed in 2010 and according to the provincial government it has led to the implementation of a number of growth-friendly initiatives, including commitments to pursue international co-operation, innovation and joint government purchasing.
Partnering for the benefit of all involved just makes good business sense. Let's hope the positive momentum continues.
