Resources and updates for advisors, consultants, and facilitators supporting companies in site selection, cross-border operations, and strategic growth in Rio South Texas Region.

March 6, 2026

Promoting Opportunity Through Regional Collaboration

Strong partnerships are the foundation of strong communities. This week, COSTEP, as the regional economic […]
March 6, 2026

Industrial Intelligence Briefing Presents the First Data-Driven View of the Manufacturing Ecosystem in Rio South Texas and North Tamaulipas

Economic development leaders, industry stakeholders, and regional partners gathered in McAllen, Texas for the Industrial […]
March 2, 2026

Celebrating 14th Texas Governor´s Cup, and the Partnership That Powers It

This morning, COSTEP CEO Adam Gonzalez had the honor of attending the Texas Independence Day […]
March 2, 2026

Foreign Trade Zones: Rio South Texas Region’s Built-In Tariff Mitigation Strategy

With data presented by Federico Schaffler, Foreign Trade Administrator at Port Laredo, during the session […]
February 27, 2026

From Trade Corridor to Capital Platform: Why Laredo and Rio South Texas Region Are No Longer Just a Gateway

Based on “OpEd 53 Building on Trade” analysis by Dr. Daniel Covarrubias, Director of the […]
February 24, 2026

Rio South Texas Region Reaffirms Itself as a Strategic U.S. Expansion Platform Before INDEX Nacional

As global manufacturers recalibrate their North American footprint, Rio South Texas Region continues to strengthen […]
February 19, 2026

Aaron Demerson and Annie Dennis Reinforce Texas–Mexico Competitiveness at INDEX National Meeting

Just moments ago, COSTEP, in collaboration with INDEX Mexico, welcomed Aaron Demerson, President & CEO […]
February 19, 2026

COSTEP Hosts INDEX Nacional Executive Council Meeting in Rio South Texas Region

The Executive Council Meeting of INDEX Nacional, chaired by Eng. Humberto Martínez, is currently underway […]
February 16, 2026

Rio South Texas Region Strengthens Its Strategic Position Through Edinburg EDC’s Participation in the 2026 Texas Economic Outlook

The Rio South Texas Region continues to advance its data-driven investment strategy as the Edinburg […]