Gov. Abbott, Minister Kuo explore New Opportunities for Technology & Advanced Manufacturing Clusters
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott met with the Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Jyh-Huei Kuo yesterday to discuss strengthening the robust economic partnerships, and new investments in technology between Texas and Taiwan. The Governor and Minister spoke about Texas’ business-friendly economy, low taxes, and reasonable regulations as key factors for companies from around the globe to relocate to Texas.
During the meeting, Abbott and Kuo discussed opportunities for Texas and Taiwan to further collaborate in critical sectors, including semiconductor manufacturing, electric vehicles, and energy resilience.Last July, Governor Abbott announced the Lone Star State's plan to open a State of Texas Taiwan Office in Taipei during an economic development trip to Taiwan.
Governor Abbott championed Texas as the "Best State in the Nation for Business" – noting that businesses large and small thrive in the state’s booming economy – and highlighted Texas’ highly skilled, growing, and diverse workforce.
Pointing to career training programs that help Texans advance in high-demand industries like manufacturing and technology development, Abbott and Kuo also explored new opportunities to address ways for technology and advanced manufacturing clusters to ensure both Texas and Taiwan build a resilient supply chain.
During last year's economic development mission, Abbott also signed an Economic Development Statement of Intent with Minister Kuo to further boost investment, expand trade, spur job creation, and increase innovation in critical industries between Texas and Taiwan.
