Cornwall Council has published its first international strategy to raise the profile of what it calls the Fifth Nation of the UK.
The strategy is intended to increase recognition of Cornwall as a nation, grow the economy and provide a welcoming experience for international students. The council says it will drive investment by promoting opportunities for private and public sector investors from across the UK and around the world.
Cllr Leigh Frost, leader of Cornwall Council, said: “This International Strategy sets out the partnership approach which will underpin our global interactions so everyone can prosper.
“It is a statement of intent about Cornwall taking a bigger role on the world stage.”
The strategy also aims to position Cornwall as what the council describes as the global leader for low-carbon experiences for visitors and residents, while moving towards a more sustainable, year-round visitor economy. The council is working with partners to establish a unified brand for Cornwall to shape external perceptions and support future campaigns to attract investors, visitors, students and workers.
A new website, cornwall.uk, has been launched to showcase investment opportunities, businesses and educational institutions.
Frost added: “Our future is rooted in who we are – our culture, language and heritage – and it is driven by collaboration, innovation and economic opportunity.
“We are already pioneering new industries from geothermal energy to lithium extraction and space technologies, and our universities attract students from all over the world.”
Cornwall Council’s First International Strategy Aims to Raise ‘Fifth Nation’ Profile