AUSTIN, Texas - The Texas Economic Development Corporation has spotlighted RioPlex as part of its "Welcome Wednesday" series.
In its social media post, TxEDC stated:
"This Welcome Wednesday, we’re excited to spotlight RioPlex, a bold binational initiative uniting the Rio Grande Valley and Northern Tamaulipas to drive economic growth, strengthen trade, and attract global investment.
"Built through collaboration between business leaders, economic development organizations, and public sector partners, RioPlex is positioning the region as a premier hub for manufacturing, logistics, innovation, and international commerce. The initiative brings together the strengths of both sides of the border under one unified vision for growth.
"With more than 3.5 million residents, 13 international bridges, multiple ports, airports, rail connections, and a highly skilled bilingual workforce, RioPlex represents one of the most dynamic trade corridors in North America. The region is already home to world-class industries spanning aerospace, automotive, medical manufacturing, electronics, logistics, and energy.
"By fostering regional collaboration and promoting the area’s unmatched strategic advantages, RioPlex is helping strengthen economic opportunity, attract foreign direct investment, and reinforce Texas’s leadership in global trade and innovation."
RioPlex Chairman Joaquin Spamer thanked TxEDC for the feature and said: "RioPlex is a statewide phenomenum."
Meanwhile, TxEDC has also published its 2025 Annual Investors Report. In the report the EDC states, Texas is the number one "State for Business" in the nation.
"In 2025, the Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC), in strategic partnership with the Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office, proudly showcased the unmatched advantages of doing business in Texas on both a national and global stage," TEDC wrote.
"From hosting investor summits focused on Texas’ leadership in energy and its emergence as America’s new financial hub, to participating in the Paris International Airshow, leading an international business mission to Lyon, and welcoming site selectors to Austin during Formula 1 weekend to meet with Governor Greg Abbott, TxEDC continued to highlight why Texas remains the No. 1 state for business.
"A Texas-sized thank you to our investors, partners, and stakeholders for your continued support and commitment to our mission. Together, we are building an even stronger future for Texas."
Editor's Note: Click here to read TxEDC's 2025 Annual Investors Report.
