New Jersey Economic Mission Trip to Mexico 2025 Daily Recap – November 6

Mexico City, Mexico – Governor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the New Jersey delegation arrived in Mexico this week, kicking off Choose New Jersey’s three-day, Governor-led economic mission in the capital city of Mexico City. The trip will build on New Jersey and Mexico’s strong economic ties and trading partnerships, with a focus on fostering academic and cultural connections.

Below are photos and additional details from the day’s events in Mexico City:

Governor Murphy Meets with Leaders from the Mexican Association of State Offices of International Affairs (AMAIE) to Strengthen Collaboration in Life Sciences, Technology, and Clean Energy Industries

Governor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and the New Jersey delegation attended a roundtable meeting with the Mexican Association of State Offices of International Affairs (AMAIE) to deepen commercial ties and foster collaboration and opportunities in key sectors. More than 30 leaders from Mexican states and municipalities were in attendance, including Paloma Palacios González, National President of the Mexican Association of State Offices for International Affairs, and Mauricio Kuri González, Governor of the State of Queretaro. Luis De La Hoz, Chairman of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, provided remarks.

Governor Murphy Meets with Juan Ramón de la Fuente, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Signs MOU to Strengthen Worker Protections in New Jersey

Governor Murphy met with Juan Ramón de la Fuente, Minister of Foreign Affairs, to discuss international commerce and strengthen the bilateral trade relationship between New Jersey and Mexico. The meeting reflected a shared commitment to supporting the Mexican-American community in New Jersey, which makes a substantial contribution to the state’s economy, culture, and workforce.

During the meeting, Governor Murphy witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Consulate of Mexico in New Brunswick to protect workers’ rights. This agreement reflects a joint commitment to strengthen workers’ rights in New Jersey, with an emphasis on labor laws, worker safety, and communicating training and education information to Mexican workers throughout the state.

Governor Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy Attend SelectUSA Roundtable Event

Governor Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and the New Jersey delegation attended a roundtable event hosted by SelectUSA, a U.S. Department of Commerce program that promotes and facilitates business investment into the United States. Robert Asaro-Angelo, Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) and the Chamber presented and Governor Murphy provided remarks and engaged with more than a dozen executives in the technology, financial services, manufacturing, and life sciences industries.

Governor Murphy Signs MOU Between New Jersey City University and Universidad de las Américas Puebla to Strengthen Higher Education Collaboration

Governor Murphy witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between New Jersey City University and Universidad de las Américas Puebla, a leading higher education institution in the Greater Mexico City Area known for its programs in finance, arts and humanities, social sciences, science and engineering, and business and economics. Through the agreement, the institutions will promote collaboration in student, academic, and administrative exchanges, study abroad programs, and joint research initiatives. Signatories included Kean University Chancellor of International Campuses Felice Vázquez, New Jersey City University President Andrés Acebo, and Executive Director of the Guarini Institute at NJCU, Adrián Franco.

Governor Murphy Celebrates First Night of the New Jersey Mexico Economic Mission at SelectUSA Cocktail Reception

Governor Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the New Jersey delegation hosted a reception to kick off the New Jersey Mexico Economic Mission. The event showcased New Jersey’s commitment to strengthening economic ties with Mexico through business collaboration, cultural exchange, and shared innovation.
The evening brought together leaders from across various sectors, including PSEG, RWJBarnabas Health, Kean University, and Northeast Precast, alongside the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, highlighting the diverse partnerships that drive New Jersey’s economic growth and global engagement.