“Alberta’s Premier, Danielle Smith, is set to participate in the inauguration party for the Canadian Embassy in Washington, D.C., where she will witness the oath-taking of the President-elect of the U.S., Donald Trump, via remote access. Canadian and American officials are expected to grace the event, though no specific individuals or groups have been named yet.

Smith’s office has also revealed that the premier has been invited to address a conservative group working on climate policy. This trip is also seen as a chance to forge stronger ties with the incoming Trump administration.

In the lead-up to the U.S. election, the premier of the United Conservative Party was asked for her views on the possible outcome but she maintained a neutral stance. Smith’s government has been actively establishing relationships with Republicans and other legislators in the U.S. with similar ideologies.

Earlier this week, it was announced that Smith has joined forces with a group of 12 states to advocate for Alberta’s energy interests in the southern border. This energy pact is seen as a strategic move to strengthen Alberta’s position in the energy sector.

Before the U.S. election, Smith remained impartial when asked about the potential outcome. However, her government has been actively cultivating relationships with Republicans and like-minded lawmakers in the U.S. This week, it was announced that Smith has endorsed an energy pact with a dozen states to champion Alberta’s energy interests south of the border.

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