"This economic development mission to India has strengthened our understanding of the deep cultural tenants that Texans and the Indian people share."
– Governor Greg Abbott
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott last night returned from a productive economic development mission to India organized by the Governor’s Economic Development & Tourism Office and the Texas Economic Development Corporation. During the trip, the Texas delegation met with company executives, business leaders, and government officials to promote Texas’ mighty economy; encourage continued trade, job creation, and capital investment by Indian companies in Texas; and strengthen the ongoing partnership between India and Texas. This was Governor Abbott’s second trip to India.
"This economic development mission to India has strengthened our understanding of the deep cultural tenants that Texans and the Indian people share," said Governor Abbott. "We both have generous hearts, longing to see a brighter, more prosperous future for our children and grandchildren. Texas remains the most popular destination for Indian foreign direct investment and jobs created in the entire United States, and I am confident this enduring bond and strong collaboration will continue for years to come after this very productive economic development mission."
The Governor was joined by First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Secretary of State Jane Nelson, the Governor’s Economic Development & Tourism Office Executive Director Adriana Cruz, Texas Economic Development Corporation Vice Chair and President of Nextt Arun Agarwal, and Texas Economic Development Corporation President & CEO Aaron Demerson. The Texas delegation also included business and economic development leaders from across the state, representing more than 16 companies, communities, and economic development organizations:
- City of Dallas Economic Development Corporation Vice President Linda McMahon
- City of Dallas Office of Economic Development Assistant Director Heather Lepeska
- COSTEP Chief Executive Officer Adam Gonzalez
- Dallas Regional Chamber Senior Vice President of Economic Development Mike Rosa
- Frisco Economic Development Corporation Director of Economic Development Harry Whalen
- greater:SATX Chief Economic Development Officer Sarah Carabias Rush
- Greenlight Founder and CEO Manoj Kutty
- GS Dallas Group Co-Founder and Chairman Sanjeev Khana
- Houston Airport System Executive Director Mario Diaz
- Houston Airport System Director of International Relations Zeljka Momirovic
- Indo American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston Executive Director Jagdip Ahluwalia
- Infosys Americas Executive Vice President and Head Rajesh Varrier
- Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce Vice President of International Affairs Joe Chapa
- Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Economic Development Diana Velasquez
- Opportunity Austin CEO Edward Latson
- Opportunity Austin Vice President of Global Investment & Innovation Corey Rose
- Select Dedicated Solutions CEO Ruben Garibay
- Tata Consultancy Services Head of Government Relations Neil Bjorkman
- Vistra Energy Senior Director of Community Affairs Brad Watson
HIGHLIGHTS FROM GOVERNOR ABBOTT’S TRIP TO INDIA:
Governor Abbott Strengthens Economic Relationships With Technology Partners In Mumbai
Governor Abbott Showcases Texas’ Manufacturing, Energy Industries In Mumbai
Governor Abbott Touts Texas’ Energy, Tech Industries In New Delhi
Governor Abbott Highlights Texas’ Robust Technology Industry In New Delhi
Governor Abbott Champions Texas-India Economic Partnership At 7th India-U.S. Forum In New Delhi
India is ninth among all nations for the number of foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in Texas. According to Indian industry estimates, Texas is the most popular destination for Indian FDI capital investment and jobs created in the U.S. In the last decade, companies from India have invested $1.4 billion in capital investment through 59 projects in Texas, creating more than 10,300 jobs. In 2022, Texas’ total trade with India totaled $20.4 billion, making India the state’s 11th-largest total trade partner. That same year, Texas exports to India totaled $13.3 billion. Texas exports account for 28 percent of all U.S. exports to India.
The trip was sponsored and paid for by the Texas Economic Development Corporation, an independently funded and operated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization responsible for marketing and promoting Texas as a premier business location. Along with the Governor’s Economic Development & Tourism Office, these two organizations make up the cornerstone of Governor Abbott’s economic development agenda to build the Texas of tomorrow.
Governor Abbott Strengthens Economic Relationships With Technology Partners In Mumbai
Governor Abbott Showcases Texas’ Manufacturing, Energy Industries In Mumbai
Governor Abbott Touts Texas’ Energy, Tech Industries In New Delhi
Governor Abbott Highlights Texas’ Robust Technology Industry In New Delhi
Governor Abbott Champions Texas-India Economic Partnership At 7th India-U.S. Forum In New Delhi
India is ninth among all nations for the number of foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in Texas. According to Indian industry estimates, Texas is the most popular destination for Indian FDI capital investment and jobs created in the U.S. In the last decade, companies from India have invested $1.4 billion in capital investment through 59 projects in Texas, creating more than 10,300 jobs. In 2022, Texas’ total trade with India totaled $20.4 billion, making India the state’s 11th-largest total trade partner. That same year, Texas exports to India totaled $13.3 billion. Texas exports account for 28 percent of all U.S. exports to India.
The trip was sponsored and paid for by the Texas Economic Development Corporation, an independently funded and operated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization responsible for marketing and promoting Texas as a premier business location. Along with the Governor’s Economic Development & Tourism Office, these two organizations make up the cornerstone of Governor Abbott’s economic development agenda to build the Texas of tomorrow.
