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Gov. Youngkin to lead first Va. trade mission to Asia in April

Governor Glenn Youngkin will lead his first international trade mission to Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea in April.

Governor Youngkin and the Virginia delegation will visit: Tapei City, Taiwan and Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, South Korea April 24-29.

He will meet with the President of Taiwan Tsai Ing-wen, government officials, strategic business associations, company executives and global industry leaders to further strengthen Virginia’s economic and cultural connections.

“I’m excited to represent the Commonwealth in my first trade mission to Asia that will focus on economic development opportunities, our shared priorities and national security,” said Governor Youngkin. “Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea represent critical markets that will advance economic growth and prosperity in Virginia. In strengthening these relationships, we are not only reaffirming our commitment to our allies but also strengthening the spirit of Virginia and America.”

Virginia is home to many foreign-owned business establishments — including 5 from Taiwan, 133 from Japan, and 25 from South Korea.

This visit will be governor’s first trip to Asia as governor.

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