Made in Alabama: Commerce Sec. McNair leads Alabama delegation to SEUS-Japan joint meeting

Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair is leading an Alabama delegation at the SEUS-Japan Alliance meeting in Charlotte to strengthen ties with Japan, a key economic partner. The event focuses on enhancing trade, exploring investment opportunities, and fostering collaboration in sectors like automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy. Alabama has seen significant Japanese investment, creating thousands of jobs, particularly in automotive manufacturing. The state aims to position itself as a premier destination for innovation and investment, especially in emerging industries like electric vehicles.