Global trading major focus of premiers meeting

Global trading was a major focus of the Council of the Federation, the annual premiers meeting that wrapped up Friday after three days.

 Premier Brad Wall pointed to the growing Asian market, saying Saskatchewan's resources can open doors in those countries.

“We have a lot of natural resources, and agricultural products and innovation technology exchanges that are possible with China, Indian and Asia,” said Wall.

He said the exponential growth of the Asian market was discussed at the meeting.

“Canada needs to be a part of that. We always will be reliant on a trade relationship with the United States and a friendship with that country, but it’s important to diversify. Which is what we’ve been saying in Saskatchewan,” said Wall.

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The meeting also focused on jobs and the economy. The provincial leaders agreed to meet again early next year to discuss an integrated plan for sustainable healthcare.

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