Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Dallas-based Indian-American entrepreneur Arun Agarwal as the chairman of the Texas Economic  Development Corporation's (TEDC) board of directors.

• A key public-private partnership with the Governor's Office of Economic Development and Tourism, TEDC is responsible for marketing Texas as the top US state for business, both domestically and globally, according to a statement from the Governor's office.
• Appointment underscores Texas's commitment to diversity and highlights the growing influence of Indian American leaders in major economic roles.
• Agarwal's extensive experience in business, philanthropy, and international relations is expected to further elevate Texas's standing as a global economic powerhouse.