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Maryland Sister States Program

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The Maryland Sister States Program was established in 1980 to provide a forum for the promotion of international cooperation and understanding. Through broad-based citizen participation in a wide variety of exchanges in areas of mutual interest, the Sister States Program offers opportunities to develop partnership around the world in art, culture, transportation, film, women's issues, business, education, health care, professional development, sports, law, and more.

In 2004, the program was transferred to the Office of Secretary of State of Maryland.[1]

Active Sister State relationships

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The Maryland Sister States Program currently includes currently includes 20 relationships in 17 countries.

Sister Cities International membership

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Through partnership between U.S. and international communities, Sister Cities International and its members act as citizen diplomats building global cooperation at the municipal level, promoting cultural understanding and stimulating economic development.

References

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  1. ^ "Maryland Secretary of State - Origin & Functions". msa.maryland.gov. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  2. ^ Matiwane, Zimasa (October 3, 2024). "US state to partner with KwaZulu-Natal in fight against natural disasters". Times Live.
  3. ^ "Where's Hogan? Updates from the governor's trade mission to Israel". Sun Sentinel. 2016-09-26. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  4. ^ Whong, Jason (2017-09-06). "Md. adds S. Korean sister state; Here's a list of Md.'s sisters". Maryland Daily Record. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
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