Harlingen, the Strategic City for Business Between Mexico and the United States

In an environment of increasing cross-border commercial activity and investment, Orlando Campos, Chief Executive Officer of the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, emphasized the importance of participating in events like SelectUSA to strengthen ties between entrepreneurs and investors from Mexico and the United States.

“It’s important to attend events like SelectUSA. Our economy works very closely with entrepreneurs and investors who are also established here in Mexico,” he said, highlighting the synergy created when sharing experiences and exploring business opportunities in both markets.

Harlingen, the Gateway to Texas

Located in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, Harlingen is establishing itself as a strategic hub for those seeking to expand into the United States. “Texas is the closest area to Mexico, and we offer incentives for investors,” Campos remarked. The city, situated between Brownsville and McAllen, stands as the perfect place to capitalize on opportunities in the Texas market. Additionally, its location near major international crossings and with infrastructure connecting the north to the south and the east to the west facilitates mobility and cross-border trade.

Competitive Advantages for Investors

Campos also emphasized that Harlingen not only offers a privileged geographical location but also provides a business-friendly environment for global operations. “If there are investors looking to take advantage of the Texas Valley, we are in the perfect place, and we can help people do business globally,” he stated. This proposition includes incentives and facilities for those wishing to establish or expand in the region, strengthening the area’s competitiveness and appeal to foreign investment.

The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation’s commitment is to foster economic growth in a region that is key to trade between Mexico and the United States. The vision of leveraging international events to strengthen ties and provide favorable conditions for investment positions Harlingen as a commercial bridge in the global context.

With this strategy, the city and its corporation aim to attract capital and foster a closer integration between northern and southern economies, offering a platform for sustainable growth and opportunities for all stakeholders involved in the value chain.