July 26, 2005

The meeting took place aboard a boat named the “Michigan” on Shiga’s Lake Biwa on the second day of Granholm’s five-day investment mission to Japan. Shiga is a sister state to the state of Michigan.

“Our two states, though half a world apart, stand together as partners to protect our valuable natural resources,” Granholm said. “Invasive species not only endanger the purity and beauty of our lakes and streams but also the economies that rely on these abundant natural gifts.”

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Shiga Governor Yoshitsugu Kunimatsu (left) with Governor Granholm

Governor Granholm wearing a jacket presented to her by Shiga Governor Kunimatsu.

Lansing Community College students Denise Beard, Michaelina Kruger and Chad Cole welcome Governor Granholm aboard the Michigan Boat in Otsu, Shiga, Japan.

July 26, 2005 Shiga Prefecture, Japan