Rob Black, Cabinet Secretary-Designate | New Mexico Economic Development Department
The State of New Mexico has opened a new Economic Development Department and Tourism office at the World Trade Center in Mexico City. The move is intended to strengthen trade, tourism, and cross-border collaboration between New Mexico and Mexico.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony and letter of intent signing took place on October 7 in Mexico City, with a live video conference connecting participants from both sides of the border. Among those present were Roberto Velasco, Undersecretary for North America; Ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico in the United States; Mauricio Ibarra Ponce de León, Consul General of Mexico in El Paso, Texas; Patricia Pinzón Sánchez, Head Consul of Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico; Isaac Romero, Deputy Cabinet Secretary for New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD); and Dr. Shanna Sasser, Deputy Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Department of Tourism.
Mexico City is recognized as a major global city and an important hub for economic partnership.
“New Mexico’s connection with Mexico predates borders and U.S. statehood — it’s part of who we are,” said Economic Development Department Secretary Rob Black. “This office is a bridge for businesses, communities and cultural exchange, building prosperity on both sides of the border.”
“Mexico and New Mexico share a rich and common bond that is inspired by generations of visionaries, creators and entrepreneurs,” said Acting Tourism Secretary Lancing Adams. “We are excited for the opportunities that will be created through this partnership, and we believe these opportunities will lead to lasting and enduring economic success for us all.”
“Both governments reaffirm our interest in strengthening economic and cultural ties between Mexico and the state of New Mexico,” said Roberto Velasco Álvarez, head of the Undersecretariat for North America at the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE). “The opening of this office in our country is a clear example of the strong commercial relationship between our two countries, and it will undoubtedly bring great benefits and shared prosperity on both sides of the border.”
Jaime Campos-Castuera will lead the new office. He stated: “Relationships are the foundation of progress, and our partnership with Mexico is the foundation for something bigger. This office will link Mexico’s industry with New Mexico’s logistics, workforce and innovation, creating opportunities that benefit both sides of the border.”
Mexico remains one of New Mexico's key trade partners. The establishment of this office signals ongoing efforts by New Mexico to support investment opportunities across borders.
