The Province of Gauteng in South Africa: sister state relationship.
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This resolution invites the Province of Gauteng in South Africa to establish a sister state relationship with California. It encourages the strengthening of existing partnerships and urges California’s universities, research institutions, and public agencies to explore new collaborations with Gauteng counterparts in areas like economic development, innovation, and sustainability. The resolution also recognizes Gauteng’s role in South Africa’s history and its commitment to social justice.
Key provisions
- Invites the Province of Gauteng to establish a sister state relationship with California.
- Encourages strengthening of existing partnerships, specifically the CSU, Sacramento-Gauteng memorandum of understanding.
- Calls upon California’s universities and agencies to explore new collaborations with Gauteng counterparts.
- Identifies areas of potential collaboration including workforce development, public health, climate resilience, and technology transfer.
- Recognizes Gauteng’s contributions to social justice and equity.
Who is affected
- California
- The Province of Gauteng, South Africa
- California Universities
- California Research Institutions
- California Public Agencies
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal framework for increased cooperation between California and Gauteng.
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