BACKGROUND
A Friendship Cities designation is an established relationship between the San Diego International Sister Cities Association and a partnering international organization that is mutually beneficial.
This Friendship City application helps to identify the proposed goals of the relationship, the supporting activities expected, and highlights the areas of interest. Friendship Cities are agreements between two cities, organizations, or projects deemed appropriate by the SanDISCA Board of Directors that do not require city council approval.
In some cities, a “Friendship City” is often used as a first step in building a long- term relationship and are less formal than sister cities. Friendship Cities are used to develop a multilateral cooperation to make substantial progress in economic development, trade, culture, education, climate action and many other fields to promote collaboration.
A FRIENDSHIP CITIES DESIGNATION
The Friendship Cities program is a way for the Sister Cities to initiate a ceremonial relationship with foreign municipalities. These relationships will foster increased global cooperation and communication at the municipal level for the benefit of participating cities.
Friendship City relationships may include the exchange of correspondence between Elected Officials and business leaders regarding areas of mutual interest. Friendship Cities will provide business opportunities, commerce, trade, and mutual exchange programs to create a relationship built on common interests.
PROCESSING AND APPROVAL OF THE APPLICATION
This application will clearly state the rationale and goals of the relationship and the mutual benefits in establishing this relationship. Once the designation is in place, all information in the application will be shared with the board of directors.
Friendship City relationships may include the exchange of correspondence between Elected Officials and business leaders regarding areas of mutual interest. Friendship Cities will provide business opportunities, commerce, trade, and mutual exchange programs to create a relationship built on common interests.
