MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. (AP) — A group representing U.S. governors and Canadian premiers in the Great Lakes region has agreed to cooperate on promoting trade and maritime commerce.

The Council of Great Lakes Governors adopted a series of resolutions Saturday on Mackinac Island during its first summit meeting since 2005. Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder said he hopes the governors will begin meeting more regularly to make sure their plans lead to action.