April 1, 2026
According to Daniel Covarrubias in The Bridge, Mexico has not only surpassed China as the […]
Tax and Duty Advantages That Work for You
Rio South Texas Region offers one of the most competitive tax environments in North America. With no state income tax, low corporate tax burden, and access to Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) and U.S.–Mexico duty deferral programs, companies can significantly reduce their operating costs.
Businesses engaged in manufacturing, distribution, and international trade benefit from:
• Duty exemptions and reductions
• Inventory tax relief
• Streamlined customs procedures
• Cross-border value-chain optimization
Whether you’re importing, exporting, or assembling in-transit, our tax and duty advantages work for you—boosting margins and global competitiveness.
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March 26, 2026
The Council for South Texas Economic Progress (COSTEP) continues strengthening its presence in the conversations […]
March 23, 2026
Edinburg continues to strengthen its position as a key destination within the Rio South Texas […]
March 6, 2026
Strong partnerships are the foundation of strong communities. This week, COSTEP, as the regional economic […]
March 6, 2026
Economic development leaders, industry stakeholders, and regional partners gathered in McAllen, Texas for the Industrial […]
March 2, 2026
With data presented by Federico Schaffler, Foreign Trade Administrator at Port Laredo, during the session […]
February 27, 2026
Based on “OpEd 53 Building on Trade” analysis by Dr. Daniel Covarrubias, Director of the […]
February 12, 2026
Texas manufacturing opened the year with solid expansion and renewed momentum, according to the latest […]
February 10, 2026
In a major national competitiveness ranking used by corporate decision-makers and site-selection professionals, the region […]