Rio South Texas Region blends economic opportunity with a vibrant lifestyle. Enjoy a lower cost of living, mild year-round climate, diverse culture, and access to outdoor recreation, arts, and world-class cuisine. It’s a region where professionals thrive, families feel at home, and companies grow with stability.

Because success isn’t just about business—it’s about living well. Here, quality of life works for you.

October 24, 2025

Empowering Talent Across the Rio South Texas Region

In the Rio South Texas Region, we understand that the future depends not only on […]
October 20, 2025

Rio South Texas Region Spotlight: Why invest in McAllen?

McAllen, Texas is a rapidly growing city with a thriving economy that offers numerous advantages […]
October 15, 2025

Rio South Texas Region Joins the 2025 INDEX National Convention to Strengthen Binational Manufacturing Ties

Rio South Texas Region Joins the 2025 INDEX National Convention to Strengthen Binational Manufacturing Ties […]
October 15, 2025

Rio South Texas Region Spotlight: Why Invest in Laredo?

Laredo, Texas, stands as one of the most strategic gateways for international trade between the […]
October 10, 2025

Rio South Texas Spotlight: Why Invest in Harlingen?

Harlingen, Texas, stands out as one of the fastest-growing economic hubs in the Rio South […]
October 9, 2025

Binational Collaboration in Action: COSTEP Advances Higher Education Advisory Council for South Texas and Northern Tamaulipas

A new chapter for binational talent and innovation. With a vision to strengthen academic–industrial collaboration […]
October 1, 2025

Rio South Texas Spotlight: Why Invest and Expand in Edinburg, TX

Edinburg, Texas stands out as one of the most compelling investment destinations in the Rio […]
September 26, 2025

VivaTech, Europe’s biggest startup and tech event, visits Rio South Texas Region

The Council for South Texas Economic Progress (COSTEP) proudly hosted representatives from Viva Technology (VivaTech), […]
September 22, 2025

$280B+ Annual Cross-Border Trade Between Texas & Mexico

Every year, more than $280 billion in goods and services flow across the Texas–Mexico border, […]