Concamin Proposes Regional Coordination in Chihuahua with Headquarters in Ciudad Juárez to Boost Industrial Development
Ciudad Juárez, January 20, 2026 – The Confederation of Industrial Chambers (Concamin) has put forward a proposal to establish a regional coordination office in Chihuahua, with its headquarters in Ciudad Juárez. This initiative aims to significantly boost industrial development in the region, recognizing the strategic importance of the border area in terms of production, employment generation, and export activities.
Strategic Importance of the Border Region
Concamin emphasized that Ciudad Juárez, being a key border city, plays a crucial role in the national and international industrial landscape. Its geographical position facilitates cross-border trade and makes it an attractive hub for manufacturing and logistics. The proposed coordination office would work to capitalize on these advantages, streamline processes, and attract further investment.
Addressing Economic Challenges and Opportunities
The proposal comes at a time when the region is facing various economic dynamics. Recent reports indicate a slowdown in the maquiladora industry and a loss of over 23,000 manufacturing jobs in Juárez, despite a doubling of exports. Jesús Manuel Salayandía Lara, coordinator of the Border Business Bloc, has warned about the reduced operational pace of the maquiladora industry and suggested rethinking the city’s economic strategy. This includes focusing on technical training, logistics, and diversifying into sectors like medical tourism.
Concamin’s initiative aligns with the need for a more cohesive and forward-looking economic strategy. By centralizing coordination efforts, the organization aims to create a more robust industrial ecosystem that can adapt to changing market conditions and foster sustainable growth.
Key Objectives of the Regional Coordination
The establishment of a regional coordination office in Ciudad Juárez would focus on several key objectives:
- Promoting Industrial Investment: Attracting both national and foreign direct investment into the industrial sector.
- Enhancing Competitiveness: Implementing strategies to improve the efficiency and competitiveness of local industries.
- Job Creation: Supporting initiatives that lead to the creation of new, high-quality employment opportunities.
- Export Growth: Facilitating and expanding export activities by leveraging the region’s strategic location.
- Skills Development: Collaborating with educational institutions to ensure a skilled workforce that meets the demands of modern industry.
- Policy Advocacy: Working with local and state governments to create a favorable regulatory environment for industrial growth.
Impact on Local Economy
The industrial sector is a cornerstone of Ciudad Juárez’s economy. A successful regional coordination effort could lead to increased economic diversification, reducing reliance on a single industry. This, in turn, could lead to greater economic stability and resilience for the city and the wider Chihuahua state.
The proposal also indirectly addresses concerns raised by other business leaders. For instance, the discussion around the need for new economic strategies, including a focus on technical training and diversification, could be integrated into the coordination office’s agenda. The aim is to create a more dynamic and adaptable industrial base that can withstand economic fluctuations and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Next Steps
Concamin is expected to engage with local and state authorities, as well as other business organizations, to garner support for this initiative. The successful implementation of this proposal could mark a significant step towards a more integrated and prosperous industrial future for Ciudad Juárez and the entire Chihuahua region.
