california is home to the pacific.

California is uniquely positioned as the primary U.S. hub for engagement with Pacific Island nations—through its communities, economic relationships, and sister city partnerships.

WHY THIS MATTERS

  • California hosts a significant number of U.S.–Pacific sister city relationships

  • Strong Pacific Islander diaspora communities across the state

  • Economic, cultural, and workforce ties already exist

  • Growing global focus on the Pacific region

There is increasing alignment and interest in strengthening U.S.–Pacific partnerships, including investment in sister city relationships and community-based engagement models.

California’s advantage

  • Majority of U.S.–Pacific sister cities are located in California

  • Existing infrastructure across cities, institutions, and community organizations

  • Proximity to innovation, workforce development, and global markets

  • Established cultural and diaspora connections

There is a clear opportunity for California to take a more coordinated and intentional role in shaping U.S.–Pacific engagement—leveraging existing partnerships to drive impact across workforce, infrastructure, economic development, and cultural exchange.