San Francisco's bond with Cork is more than just symbolic

International connections, whether business and cultural, are more important now than ever, writes newly appointed San Francisco mayor Daniel Lurie

Mayor of San Francisco Daniel Lurie: As we celebrate 41 years of partnership with Cork, we’re reminded of the power of international collaboration. Picture: Hayden Blaz/Wikipedia

As mayor of San Francisco, I’m constantly inspired by our city’s incredible history and bright future.

San Francisco has always been a place of innovation—whether through technology, medical breakthroughs, culinary excellence, or social progress. We’ve built a reputation for tackling challenges that others can’t or won’t. But, like any city, we’ve faced tough times, testing our resilience. And I’m here to ensure that we create the conditions for success once again.