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A resolution commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Sister Cities partnership between Nashville and Davidson County, the Capital of the State of Tennessee, and Belfast, the Capital of Northern Ireland.
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WHEREAS, the Sister Cities initiative was inaugurated in 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to establish friendship and understanding between the people of the United States and other nations through person-to-person exchange; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of these goals, the citizens of Nashville and Davidson County, the capital of Tennessee, United States of America, and the citizens of Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, declared their commitment to fostering mutual understanding and building a future of peace and freedom by creating enduring friendships; and
WHEREAS, our citizens have enjoyed reciprocal exchanges in all domains and in particular, the areas of business, tourism, culture and arts, law, government, and education, particularly at the university level; and
WHEREAS, this commitment has been fulfilled through a variety of meaningful partnerships and projects including the "Nashville in Belfast" celebrations, showcasing Nashville's unique culture and music; and
WHEREAS, Irish music festivals have been supported in Nashville, further highlighting the rich cultural connections between the two cities; and
WHEREAS, Nashville welcomed Rev. Bill Shaw, fostering interfaith dialogue and discussions on conflict resolution; and
WHEREAS, culinary and music students from universities in Belfast were hosted in Nashville, promoting academic and artistic collaboration; and
WHEREAS, a delegation led by the Lord Mayor of Belfast was hosted in Nashville in 2017, strengthening civic and governmental ties; and
WHEREAS, the Vice Chancellor and 20 instructors from Queens University were welcomed to Vanderbilt and Belmont Universities, fostering academic cooperation; and
WHEREAS, Nashville assisted Invest Northern Ireland in exploring economic develop...
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