Governor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and a delegation from New Jersey launched a three-day economic mission in Mexico City, aimed at reinforcing bilateral ties in trade, education, and workforce development. The initiative, organized by Choose New Jersey, brought together leaders from government, academia, and industry to explore new avenues for collaboration between the two regions.\n\nOne of the key engagements included a roundtable with the Mexican Association of State Offices of International Affairs (AMAIE), where discussions centered on expanding cooperation in life sciences, technology, and clean energy. Over 30 representatives from Mexican states attended, including Paloma Palacios González, AMAIE’s National President, and Queretaro Governor Mauricio Kuri González. Luis De La Hoz, Chairman of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, delivered remarks highlighting shared economic interests.\n\nGovernor Murphy also met with Mexico’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, to discuss strengthening trade relations and supporting the Mexican-American community in New Jersey. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Consulate of Mexico in New Brunswick, formalizing efforts to protect workers’ rights through improved access to labor law information, safety training, and educational resources.\n\nThe delegation participated in a SelectUSA-hosted roundtable, a U.S. Department of Commerce program that encourages foreign investment in the United States. Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo represented New Jersey’s labor sector, while Governor Murphy engaged with executives from technology, finance, manufacturing, and life sciences firms to promote the state as a prime investment destination.\n\nAnother milestone was the signing of an MOU between New Jersey City University and Universidad de las Américas Puebla, a prominent institution in the Mexico City region. The agreement will facilitate student and faculty exchanges, joint research, and study abroad programs across disciplines such as business, engineering, and social sciences. Signatories included NJCU President Andrés Acebo, Kean University’s Felice Vázquez, and Adrián Franco of the Guarini Institute.\n\nThe mission began with a cocktail reception hosted by the delegation, attended by representatives from PSEG, RWJBarnabas Health, Kean University, and Northeast Precast. The event underscored New Jersey’s commitment to fostering innovation, cultural exchange, and economic integration with Mexico.\n— news from NJ.gov\n\n— News Original —\nNew Jersey Economic Mission Trip to Mexico 2025 Daily Recap – November 6\nMexico City, Mexico – Governor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the New Jersey delegation arrived in Mexico this week, kicking off Choose New Jersey’s three-day, Governor-led economic mission in the capital city of Mexico City. The trip will build on New Jersey and Mexico’s strong economic ties and trading partnerships, with a focus on fostering academic and cultural connections. n nBelow are photos and additional details from the day’s events in Mexico City. n nGovernor Murphy Meets with Leaders from the Mexican Association of State Offices of International Affairs (AMAIE) to Strengthen Collaboration in Life Sciences, Technology, and Clean Energy Industries n nGovernor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and the New Jersey delegation attended a roundtable meeting with the Mexican Association of State Offices of International Affairs (AMAIE) to deepen commercial ties and foster collaboration and opportunities in key sectors. More than 30 leaders from Mexican states and municipalities were in attendance, including Paloma Palacios González, National President of the Mexican Association of State Offices for International Affairs, and Mauricio Kuri González, Governor of the State of Queretaro. Luis De La Hoz, Chairman of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, provided remarks. n nGovernor Murphy Meets with Juan Ramón de la Fuente, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Signs MOU to Strengthen Worker Protections in New Jersey n nGovernor Murphy met with Juan Ramón de la Fuente, Minister of Foreign Affairs, to discuss international commerce and strengthen the bilateral trade relationship between New Jersey and Mexico. The meeting reflected a shared commitment to supporting the Mexican-American community in New Jersey, which makes a substantial contribution to the state’s economy, culture, and workforce. n nDuring the meeting, Governor Murphy witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Consulate of Mexico in New Brunswick to protect workers’ rights. This agreement reflects a joint commitment to strengthen workers’ rights in New Jersey, with an emphasis on labor laws, worker safety, and communicating training and education information to Mexican workers throughout the state. n nGovernor Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy Attend SelectUSA Roundtable Event n nGovernor Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and the New Jersey delegation attended a roundtable event hosted by SelectUSA, a U.S. Department of Commerce program that promotes and facilitates business investment into the United States. Robert Asaro-Angelo, Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) and the Chamber presented and Governor Murphy provided remarks and engaged with more than a dozen executives in the technology, financial services, manufacturing, and life sciences industries. n nGovernor Murphy Signs MOU Between New Jersey City University and Universidad de las Américas Puebla to Strengthen Higher Education Collaboration n nGovernor Murphy witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between New Jersey City University and Universidad de las Américas Puebla, a leading higher education institution in the Greater Mexico City Area known for its programs in finance, arts and humanities, social sciences, science and engineering, and business and economics. Through the agreement, the institutions will promote collaboration in student, academic, and administrative exchanges, study abroad programs, and joint research initiatives. Signatories included Kean University Chancellor of International Campuses Felice Vázquez, New Jersey City University President Andrés Acebo, and Executive Director of the Guarini Institute at NJCU, Adrián Franco. n nGovernor Murphy Celebrates First Night of the New Jersey Mexico Economic Mission at SelectUSA Cocktail Reception n nGovernor Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the New Jersey delegation hosted a reception to kick off the New Jersey Mexico Economic Mission. The event showcased New Jersey’s commitment to strengthening economic ties with Mexico through business collaboration, cultural exchange, and shared innovation. n nThe evening brought together leaders from across various sectors, including PSEG, RWJBarnabas Health, Kean University, and Northeast Precast, alongside the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, highlighting the diverse partnerships that drive New Jersey’s economic growth and global engagement.
