Houston Daily

Governor Greg Abbott met with Governor Hideaki Ohmura of Aichi Prefecture at the Governor’s Mansion in Austin to discuss expanding economic relations between Texas and Japan. Both leaders highlighted their ongoing partnership and explored new opportunities to enhance trade, particularly in the auto manufacturing sector.

Governor Abbott and Governor Ohmura acknowledged the successful economic collaboration between Texas and Japan, referencing the Statement of Mutual Cooperation signed during Abbott’s economic mission to Japan last year. Governor Ohmura noted the strong educational partnerships between the two regions, emphasizing student exchanges and joint research opportunities.

Governor Abbott emphasized Texas’ business-friendly policies, infrastructure, and skilled workforce as key attractions for international companies considering relocation to the state. Both governors expressed their commitment to strengthening economic ties and developing new trade and investment opportunities. They also acknowledged the strategic importance of the U.S.-Japan alliance, reaffirming their commitment to expanding economic partnerships between Texas and Japan.

The previous year, Governor Abbott formalized a historic Statement of Mutual Cooperation with Governor Ohmura in Tokyo. This agreement aims to increase trade in vital industries like manufacturing and attract new business investments to Texas.