McAllen Strengthens Cross-Border Economic Ties with Strategic Meeting

MEDC meets with Texas–Mexico Office to drive investment, collaboration, and nearshoring opportunities.

The McAllen Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) held a strategic meeting with James Taylor, Director of the State of Texas Mexico Office, to reinforce cross-border cooperation and identify new opportunities for investment and trade between Texas and Mexico.

The meeting focused on positioning McAllen as a key entry point for companies looking to expand or relocate within the region. With its favorable business climate, skilled bilingual workforce, and proximity to the U.S.–Mexico border, McAllen continues to stand out as a strategic hub for binational economic development.

MEDC representatives in attendance included CEO Elizabeth Suarez, Chief Operating Officer Ralph García, Mexico Representative Ángel Ortiz, and Jorge Sánchez, Chief Operating Officer of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce. The delegation met with Taylor, who leads Texas’ efforts to promote international investment and trade with Mexico.

The discussion emphasized McAllen’s role in a key economic corridor that is gaining relevance amid global nearshoring trends and the realignment of supply chains. The participants reaffirmed their shared commitment to advancing initiatives that drive job creation, enhance regional infrastructure, and boost competitiveness on both sides of the border.