• The initiative aims to strengthen the relationship between the two governments by promoting technological innovation, the exchange of knowledge and economic development through joint projects.

Foreign Secretary Alicia Bárcena today met with a delegation from the state of Utah in the U.S. led by Governor Spencer Cox at the Mexican Foreign Ministry to discuss cooperation in economic, immigration and security matters.

The two sides agreed to present a key initiative for the region’s economic development: the Joint Utah-Mexico Partnership (JUMP). The project aims to encourage Mexican companies to go to Utah, and the growth of Utah companies in Mexico. This is a key act that will strengthen trade and cooperation between the two countries, and it is a milestone in the Mexico-Utah economic relationship.

Foreign Secretary Alicia Bárcena said that the program has the potential to create more jobs in Mexico and strengthen the relationship with Utah. "We welcome this type of initiative. It is essential that we take advantage of the excellent relationship between Mexico and the United States to deepen our economic ties and build a true binational and regional community that boosts trade, investment, social inclusion and job creation."

Governor Cox said, "Our relationship with Mexico is Utah’s most important international partnership (...), for a long time, we have enjoyed economic and diplomatic ties that have benefited us mutually and this plan will only strengthen them."

The presence of Mexican companies in Utah has helped our collaboration and the search for new growth opportunities. Trade between Mexico and Utah creates more than 51,000 jobs, and this collaboration could extend its benefits to neighboring states.

The agreement will help Mexican companies access the U.S. market and promote the export of Mexican products. It will also encourage foreign direct investment in Mexico, contributing to economic growth and stability. In 2022, exports from Utah to Mexico totaled about USD1.1 billion, making Mexico one of the state’s top export destinations. Export volume has seen a considerable increase since 2018, up by 49 percent.

As a result of this collaboration, Mexico expects to strengthen its trade ties with Utah and the United States, creating significant benefits for the population and consolidating the role of the Foreign Ministry in promoting these strategic partnerships.

Secretary Bárcena was accompanied by Chief Officer for North America Roberto Velasco; Director General of North American Political and Institutional Affairs Cristina Planter; Director General of Global Economic Promotion Rodrigo Morales; and the Consul General of Mexico in Salt Lake City, Eduardo Baca.

The U.S. delegation included the Governor's Chief of Staff, Jon Pierpont; Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity Ryan Starks; Utah State Senator Mike McKell (R); and Utah State Representative Cory Maloy (R).

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