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<ns0:ActionText>INTRODUCED</ns0:ActionText>
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<ns0:AuthorText authorType="LEAD_AUTHOR">Introduced by Assembly Members Haney and Bryan</ns0:AuthorText>
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<ns0:Title> Relative to a sister state relationship with Lagos State, Nigeria. </ns0:Title>
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<ns0:Subject>Lagos State, Nigeria: sister state relationship.</ns0:Subject>
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<html:p>This measure would establish a formal sister state relationship between the State of California and Lagos State, Nigeria, to promote collaboration across key strategic areas.</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California is the most populous state in the United States and the world’s fourth largest economy, offering one of the most dynamic and diversified economic landscapes in the world; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California stands as a global leader across the technology and digital economy; creative and cultural industries; climate, energy, and environmental innovation; education, research, and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) advancement; trade, infrastructure, and urban development; health and biotechnology; and entrepreneurship and economic empowerment; and is committed to building mutually beneficial international partnerships; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Lagos State is the most populous state in Nigeria and the largest city in sub-Saharan Africa, serving as a leading center of commerce, innovation, entertainment, and finance across the African continent; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California is home to one of the largest and most diverse Nigerian diasporas in the United States, with many individuals tracing their roots to Lagos State, Nigeria’s economic and cultural capital, creating a strong foundation for deepening collaboration, shared prosperity, and enduring ties between the State of California and Lagos State; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California and Lagos State share dynamic, innovation‑driven economies, with Silicon Valley and Lagos State’s ‘Silicon Lagoon’ serving as major global centers for technology, entrepreneurship, and emerging industries, and both regions are recognized leaders in digital innovation and economic modernization, creating wide‑ranging opportunities for collaboration that advance shared prosperity and inclusive growth; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California and Lagos State each serve as major cultural powerhouses, with the State of California’s Hollywood and Lagos State’s Nollywood ranking among the largest film industries in the world by production volume, offering wide-ranging opportunities for creative collaboration, cultural exchange, and shared artistic development; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Lagos State is a global hub of Afrobeats and contemporary African music, while the State of California is a global epicenter for hip-hop, rhythm and blues, Latin music, and pop culture, making cultural exchange between musicians, producers, recording studios, and creative institutions a powerful opportunity to amplify global Black art and innovation; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Fashion, design, gaming, and digital media industries in the State of California and Lagos State drive cultural trends globally, with opportunities for collaboration in sustainable fashion, creative technology, content streaming platforms, and digital storytelling that can generate jobs and elevate youth employment opportunities; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California is a national and global leader in climate action and environmental stewardship, and Lagos State has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing climate resilience and sustainable development, and both regions share priorities in expanding clean energy, promoting sustainable transportation, and strengthening environmental sustainability, creating broad opportunities for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and joint initiatives that support a more resilient and inclusive future; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Both the State of California and Lagos State are committed to the reduction of harmful greenhouse gas emissions, with the State of California’s plans to achieve economywide carbon neutrality by 2045 and Lagos’ Climate Action Plan to achieve zero carbon by the year 2050; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California’s higher education system—including the University of California and California State University systems—offers strong opportunities for academic collaboration and student exchange with Lagos State-based institutions such as the University of Lagos, Lagos State University, and Pan-Atlantic University, and both regions recognize the value of research partnerships, faculty engagement, and educational cooperation that advance shared knowledge and strengthen institutional ties; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California and Lagos State further share a commitment to expanding STEM education, vocational training, and lifelong learning to prepare their populations for future opportunities and to build the human capital needed for sustained economic and social development; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Both the State of California and Lagos State operate major international seaports that serve as critical gateways for international trade, creating opportunities for collaboration in port management, logistics technology, supply chain optimization, maritime security, and customs modernization that can increase trade efficiency and economic competitiveness; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Lagos State has demonstrated a strong commitment to urban innovation, infrastructure development, smart city technologies, and metropolitan planning—areas where the State of California holds global leadership and expertise in public transportation systems, water management, integrated urban design, and sustainable development; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Collaboration in agriculture, food security, agritech innovation, and sustainable farming practices can strengthen food systems, support rural development, and advance climate-adapted agriculture; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, A sister state relationship will provide a formal framework to expand trade, investment, and cooperation in health innovation and related sectors, strengthening the capacity of both regions to advance public health and improve community well-being; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California and Lagos State face shared public health challenges that can benefit from collaborative research, technology exchange, and joint initiatives aimed at enhancing health systems, building workforce capacity, and supporting healthier populations; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California and Lagos State each have thriving youth-driven innovation and creative ecosystems, and a sister state relationship would expand opportunities for entrepreneurship, leadership development, and cross-regional collaboration among young innovators, and both regions recognize the strength of their young, dynamic populations and are committed to creating economic opportunities, skills development, and pathways that harness youth creativity and ambition for shared prosperity; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The Nigerian American community in the State of California plays a vital role in the state’s economy, higher education, cultural life, and civic leadership, and deepening ties with Lagos State honors and strengthens those transnational bonds while creating business networks, investment channels, and trade opportunities; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Expanded collaboration in financial services and investment can support economic development and broaden opportunities for shared prosperity in both states; and efforts to strengthen workforce development, skills training, and professional pathways can help address labor market needs and promote economic mobility; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Building ties between the State of California and Lagos State supports mutual economic development, inclusive cultural exchange, and long-term peace building by strengthening people-to-people diplomacy, cultural understanding, and collaborative problem solving across diverse communities; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, This partnership embodies the State of California‘s commitment to international engagement, diaspora diplomacy, and building bridges that advance shared prosperity, sustainability, and human dignity; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The State of California and Nigeria have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation on climate, environment, and trade; now, therefore, be it </html:p>
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<html:i>Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring,</html:i>
That the Legislature hereby establishes a formal sister state relationship between the State of California and Lagos State, Nigeria, to promote collaboration across key strategic areas, including technology and digital innovation; creative and cultural industries; climate, energy, and environmental stewardship; education, research, and innovation; trade, infrastructure, and urban development; health and biotechnology; entrepreneurship and economic empowerment; and sustainable agriculture and food systems; and be it further
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<html:i>Resolved,</html:i>
That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the Governor of California, the California Secretary of State and Consumer Services, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, the Governor of Lagos State, and the Consul General of Nigeria in the City and County of San Francisco.
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