During a visit to South Korea and Japan, Alberta's representative, Smith, emphasized the interest of these markets in purchasing more of Alberta's energy and food products. Smith's interactions in Japan included meetings with key organizations like the Japan Gas Association and the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security. These meetings highlighted Japan's need for reliable energy sources and its desire to partner with Alberta. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding aimed to boost collaboration in the responsible development of Alberta's oil, natural gas, hydrogen, and ammonia resources, along with advancing carbon capture technologies. Furthermore, the successful placement of Alberta pork and beef products in a Japanese Costco store served as a testament to the high quality and global demand for Alberta's agricultural goods.