The Sister City committees are a potential avenue for entry into a country's economy. Committees are asked to enter into a partnership with the City to initially foster friendships, create an ongoing exchange of cultural awareness and ultimately develop international trade and tourism between Saint Paul and other nations. Saint Paul officials can facilitate meetings and contacts between heads of state and governments, but the underlying costs of hosting trade delegation or cultural exchanges will increasingly have to be shouldered by the committees, utilizing financial contributions from the participants. The Sister City Program is an important factor that can be an important asset in achieving economic prosperity for Saint Paul. The Mayor has an important titular role in official functions and activities.
Governmental officials can serve to coordinate the activities of the different committees.
The committee members are the important linchpins in assuring a successful Sister City Program in Saint Paul. Regular recognition of their efforts and achievement is necessary and important.