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Sister Cities International welcomes Vice President Xi to the United States

Dear Mr. Vice President: As the President and CEO of Sister Cities International and on behalf of the board of directors and the members of Sister Cities International, I would like to thank you for recognizing the importance of developing long-term relationships.  Sister Cities International is a 56-year-old public private partnership that promotes peace and prosperity though connecting people to people in cities, counties and states.  We have approximately 600 communities in the United States that have developed close to 2,000 relationships with communities on 6 continents. Your four point proposal to boost Sino-US cooperative partnerships ...

Balçova, Turkey

Balçova is one of the nine districts in the Greater Izmir metro area, which sits on the southern coastline of the Gulf of İzmir. Balçova is becoming one of Izmir’s fastest growing economic regions with a strong economy focused on commerce and tourism. Home to the Izmir University of Economics, Balçova is recognized for its highly educated population. The Turkish municipality is looking for a U.S. partner to pursue trade, investment, academic, and cultural programs.

Şişli District, Turkey

Şişli District, Turkey Population: 318,217 Şişli is one of Istanbul’s 32 major districts. It has become one Istanbul's most elite neighborhoods and one of its small business and finance centers, especially with its high rises and modern shopping malls. There are many old mosques, Christian churches, and Jewish synagogues in the district as well. Şişli is looking for a U.S. partner to pursue trade, investment, academic, and cultural programs.

Gyeongju, South Korea

Gyeongju, South Korea Population: 264,091 Often referred to as Korea’s ‘museum without walls,’ Gyeongju is an archaeological and architectural wonderland, comprising more marvels from the Middle Ages than any other place in the country. Although tourism is important to the economy, most residents work in agriculture or manufacturing. Gyeongju is also home to four tertiary institutions and three major universities. Gyeongju is looking to establish its first U.S. sister city focused on business, tourism, culture, and academics.

Salinas, Ecuador

Salinas, Ecuador Salinas is certainly a great place to see and enjoy, located on Ecuador’s southern coast, just 150 kilometers from Guayaquil and home to more than 70,000 residents. Salinas has one of the most developed tourism infrastructures on the coast of Ecuador, with many hotels, restaurants, and activities. It is also home to a thriving U.S. expat population.

Machala, Ecuador

Machala, EcuadorMachala is the capital of the El Oro Province near the gulf city of Guayaquil. With a population of 241,000, Machala serves as a commercial center for the regions large agricultural industry. The community is interested in a U.S. partner to foster cooperation in secondary education as well as economic and technical exchanges.

South Eastern Region, Malta

South Eastern Region, Malta Pictured on Marsamxett and Grand Harbor, the South Eastern Region is one of five regions of Malta and includes the southeastern part of the main island of Malta, including the capital Valletta. The picturesque community is looking to develop a sister city relationship focused on municipal and economic exchanges

Los Rios Province, Ecuador

Los Rios Province, Ecuador The Los Rios Province is located in Central Ecuador west of the Andes Mountain Range, and is home to nearly 800,000 residents. The economy is largely comprised of agriculture and paper and sugar production. Los Rios is interested in a U.S. partner to engage in academic, governmental, and cultural exchanges, as well as knowledge sharing in the agriculture industry.

Vezprém, Hungary

Vezprém, Hungary One of the oldest urban areas in Hungary, Veszprém is located in Western Hungary and is home to 60,000 residents. Rich in culture, the picturesque city is filled with beautiful architecture and art galleries. The community is looking to twin with a U.S. community to engage its sizable manufacturing base to build strategic economic partnerships.

Muaz Bin Jabal, Jordan

Muaz Bin Jabal, Jordan Muaz Bin Jabal is a medium sized cluster of towns and villages located on the eastern bank of the Lower Jordan River. It is home to approximately 45,000 residents. Muaz is interested in exploring exchanges focused on culture and community development.