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Baja is pushing for growth in science and technology sectors

By Thomas Fudge / Science and Technology Reporter,  KPBS Public Broadcasting
Published March 28, 2006 at 9:00 PM PST
This story was published more than 19 years ago.

The Mexican government and regional businesses are pushing for growth in Baja's high tech manufacturing sector. The region has added over 70,000 jobs after losing 50,000 to overseas competition and a

Baja is pushing for growth in science and technology sectors

The Mexican government and regional businesses are pushing for growth in Baja's high tech manufacturing sector. The region has added over 70,000 jobs after losing 50,000 to overseas competition and a global slowdown.

Guests:

  • Ken Morris , Director of Cross-Border Business Associates and co-author of the Borderless Innovation by San Diego report that outlines plans for regional business development.
  • John Riley (right) is the CEO of DC Manufacturing and former head of Mexico-based Chamber of Commerce for the IT, communications, and electronics industries.
Thomas Fudge
A journalist with 30 years of experience, Tom covers science and technology stories for KPBS' platforms. He has received recognition for his outstanding work in hosting and public affairs reporting from the Unity Awards, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, and the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
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