Press Release<\/a><\/p>\n Touts Texas’ Strong Economic Partnership With Japan\u00a0<\/p>\n Governor Greg Abbott last night received the Sun and Star Legacy Award and\u00a0showcased Texas\u2019\u00a0thriving economic partnership with Japan during the Japan American Society DFW Awards\u00a0Gala.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cTexas and Japan share similar values like hard work, freedom, and innovation,\u201d said Governor Abbott. \u201cThat’s why we collaborate on issues like advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and on energy areas that require creative solutions to today’s largest challenges. Our shared values enhance prosperity for both Texas and Japan, and be assured that I will continue my work to strengthen the Texas-Japan relationship.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n During his remarks, Governor Abbott emphasized Texas\u2019 position as an economic powerhouse,\u00a0including\u00a0its recognition as the Best State for Business for 21 consecutive years and\u00a0its top ranking for economic development, job creation, and new business investments. The\u00a0Governor highlighted Japan\u2019s role as a key economic partner, noting\u00a0it is\u00a0Texas\u2019\u00a0seventh-largest trading partner with more than $25.9 billion in annual trade.<\/p>\n Over the past decade, Japanese companies have launched more than 140 investment projects across Texas, supporting tens of thousands of jobs in industries like advanced manufacturing, energy, and life sciences.<\/p>\n