ATLANTA – State Representative Allen Peake (R-Macon) led the Georgia House of Representatives today in welcoming to the House Floor Denmark Honorary Consul Christopher N. Smith and Trade Council representative, Signe Sorensen. As introduced by Rep. Peake, House Resolution 1466 recognized the outstanding relations between the Kingdom of Denmark and the State of Georgia.
“In today’s tough economic environment, it is critical to focus on the strong international partners we have, like the Kingdom of Denmark,” said Rep. Peake. “It was an honor to recognize Honorary Consul Christopher Smith, and we appreciate his continued efforts to build on our strong relationship with the Kingdom of Denmark.”
The Kingdom of Denmark has long been an important trading partner of the United States, and in particular with Georgia. Not only does the state rank seventh among U.S. states in exports to Denmark, but Georgia also proudly claims more than 65 Danish companies that have established operating facilities here. These trade relations are just the latest sign of the unbroken diplomatic relations shared between the United States and the Kingdom of Denmark since the 18th century. In fact, the Kingdom of Denmark has maintained a consulate in the State of Georgia for over 200 years.
For more information about the House Resolution recognizing the outstanding relations between the Kingdom of Denmark and the State of Georgia, please click here.
Representative Allen Peake represents the citizens of District 137, which includes portions of Bibb County. He was elected into the House of Representatives in 2006, and currently serves on the Banks & Banking, Small Business Development and Jobs Creation, Appropriations, and Ways & Means committees. Rep. Peake also serves as Secretary/Treasurer of the House Republican Caucus.
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