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flag The Great Lakes region launched a growth agenda focusing on economy, environment, and infrastructure, with key actions on invasive species, transportation, and tourism.

flag The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers launched a regional Agenda for Growth at their 2025 summit in Quebec, focusing on strengthening the $9.3 trillion regional economy. flag Key actions include a sustainable agriculture initiative, a push for full federal funding of the Brandon Road Interbasin Project to block invasive carp, and a resolution to guide maritime transportation, highlighted by new technology demonstrations and updates on the Soo Locks project. flag The region advanced its environmental goals with over 27 million trees planted in 2024 and the 100% Great Lakes Fish Pledge, signed by 44 companies. flag Tourism surged with 150,000 cruise passengers generating over $230 million in economic impact, and the Great Lakes USA tourism program expanded. flag Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro was elected Chair, Indiana Governor Mike Braun Vice Chair, with the 2027 summit to be held in Erie, Pennsylvania.

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