New Jersey Asia Pacific Center

New Jersey is a prime destination for East Asian companies seeking to expand in North America, offering unmatched opportunities for investment, trade, and innovation.

Dynamic Cultural and Economic Connections

The New Jersey Asia Pacific Center, Choose New Jersey’s fifth international office, was established in May 2024, after our economic mission to Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan led by Governor Phil Murphy in October 2023. Situated in Taipei City, Taiwan, the Center fortifies New Jersey’s ties with East Asian educational institutions and businesses. The Center serves Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and China, and has representatives based in each country.

A Natural Fit for East Asian Companies

New Jersey is a strategic hub for companies based in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and China aiming to expand into the North American market. In 2022 alone, trade between New Jersey and these East Asian nations exceeded $37 billion, with investments from East Asian firms totaling around $4.8 billion since 2004. Additionally, with over 10% of New Jersey’s population being Asian American, the State offers a culturally rich and welcoming environment for East Asians.

Our Services

The New Jersey Asia Pacific Center is committed to easing East Asian businesses’ transition into the U.S. market. We provide tailored support, including market assessments, business proposals, site selection help, and insights into government resources. Our Center also facilitates connections with public-private partnerships, enhancing opportunities for growth and collaboration in this vibrant economic landscape.

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Our team offers a range of services and personalized guidance at every stage of establishing or expanding operations in New Jersey.

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Why East Asian Companies Choose New Jersey

A Strategic Location

New Jersey’s central location between Boston and Washington, D.C. gives East Asian companies easy access to over 46 million consumers within a four-hour drive, with increased same-day delivery options. Northeast New Jersey, just 20 minutes from NYC via PATH or ferry, offers 40% lower real estate costs than New York City.

A Transportation Hub

New Jersey’s infrastructure—highways, ports, and airports—facilitates efficient, cost-effective goods movement. Newark Liberty International offers 262 daily non-stop flights to 76 global destinations, and the Port of New York and New Jersey ensures swift cargo delivery. This strategic advantage helps manufacturers in New Jersey outpace competitors by reaching markets faster.

Join the Best of the Best

New Jersey is home to 14 Fortune 500 companies and over 1,100 multinational corporations, solidifying its position as a central hub for international commerce and innovation. The State boasts the highest concentration of engineers and scientists per square mile in the United States. With top-tier universities, research institutions, and proactive workforce development programs, New Jersey ensures a steady influx of skilled talent, driving innovation and supporting business growth.

Success Stories

CMIC

Japanese contract research organization CMIC, which has had its U.S. headquarters in Cranbury, New Jersey, for nearly two decades, has benefited from New Jersey’s talent pool, accessibility, and research and development infrastructure. The area is zoned for industrial-light impact and offers quick access to major highways, including the New Jersey Turnpike. During our economic mission to East Asia in 2023, CMIC announced its intention to double the number of jobs it currently has at its 224,000 sq. ft. facility. In East Asia, CMIC also signed an MOU with Rutgers University, agreeing to establish a Center of Excellence in Advanced Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.

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Evergreen

Evergreen Marine Corporation is a container transportation and shipping company headquartered in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. The logistics company specializes in container shipping solutions and serves customers worldwide. Evergreen’s U.S. headquarters is located in Jersey City, just a few miles away from the Port of New York and New Jersey, the busiest port on the East Coast. This access has allowed Evergreen to grow and thrive in the United States.

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Success Stories

MediaTek

The world’s fifth-largest global fabless semiconductor company, MediaTek opened an office in Bedminster, New Jersey, in 2017. In February of 2023, it moved to a new facility in Warren, New Jersey, which includes an on-site 6G lab for advanced research. The Advanced Mobile Research Center at MediaTek’s Warren office focuses on research and innovation aimed at creating technological breakthroughs and differentiation in next-generation wireless cellular technologies, standards, and the future generation of products. Since 2021, the company has doubled its headcount in the state and is on track to continue robust growth.

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Samsung

Samsung is a multinational technology manufacturing giant. A household name, it is known for its cell phones, computers, televisions, and more. As of 2023, Samsung was the 6th most valuable brand worldwide. Its U.S. headquarters has been located in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, since 2010. Samsung’s office provides jobs for more than 1,000 people.

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Key
Industries

New Jersey’s key industries are the foundation of our economic strength. The State is actively investing in and cultivating these industries, providing them with the workforce, financial support, and development space they need to thrive.

Life Sciences

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Life Sciences

New Jersey is one of the world’s leading destinations for biopharmaceutical R&D, biopharmaceutical manufacturing, cell & gene therapy, and medical devices. In fact, eight of the top 10 largest pharmaceutical companies call New Jersey home. With a legacy of pioneering discoveries and a supportive ecosystem of academic institutions, research centers, and venture capital, New Jersey continues to drive life sciences advancements on a global scale.

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Technology

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Technology

New Jersey’s emphasis on STEM education and its supportive startup ecosystem provides a launch pad for tech innovation. New Jersey-based tech companies are revolutionizing advancements in AI, fintech, esports, telecom, cybersecurity, and beyond. Supported by a skilled workforce, academia, and collaborative workspaces, global information technology companies like Audible, Verizon, and Samsung thrive in New Jersey.

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Advanced Manufacturing

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Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced manufacturing in New Jersey represents a dynamic blend of innovation, precision, and industry expertise. New Jersey manufacturers produce everything from food and building materials to computers and electronics. Our advanced manufacturing sector is pioneering new supply chain solutions and fostering economic growth.

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Food & Beverage

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Food & Beverage

New Jersey’s food and beverage industry is redefining what it means to produce and package food sustainably. The $126 billion food industry in the state has seen an increase of 6,000 jobs in the past five years, and more than ⅓ of the top 100 major food companies in the United States have a presence in the state, including industry giants like Campbell Soup Company. Leading food tech companies that specialize in plant-based substitutes, vertical farming, and more continue to push the boundaries of how the world thinks about, produces, and consumes food.

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Financial Services

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Financial Services

Our strategic location and highly educated workforce create an environment where financial companies succeed. Within just minutes from Wall Street, New Jersey offers the connectivity and resources of the world’s financial capital at a much more affordable price than New York City. It’s no surprise that many of the world’s leading financial firms – including Prudential Financial, PNC Bank, and JP Morgan Chase – call New Jersey home.

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Logistics

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Logistics

New Jersey is a crucial artery of commerce, connecting businesses to markets both domestically and internationally. New Jersey boasts a robust infrastructure — including The Port of New York and New Jersey, Newark Liberty International Airport, and the highest railroad density in the nation — that allows companies to move goods fast. With the rising demand for next-day and same-day delivery through e-commerce, New Jersey has the resources and infrastructure necessary to keep up with the increase in shipping volume required to get packages where they need to go quickly.

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Clean Energy

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Clean Energy

New Jersey’s clean energy industry is at the forefront of sustainable innovation, making way for a greener future. The New Jersey Wind Port is the first port in the United States dedicated to Offshore Wind. The state is positioned to be a leader in offshore wind with its 130 miles of coastline, 340,000 acres of land with close proximity to shore, shallow water depths, and strong wind speeds. The State has implemented progressive policies, incentivizing the development of green technologies and committing to a more resilient energy infrastructure.

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Film, TV, & Digital Media

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Film, TV, & Digital Media

New Jersey offers one of the nation’s most attractive incentive programs for filmmakers, featuring a 30% or 35% tax credit and a 2% or 4% diversity bonus. Here, you will find a pro-film environment with cooperative counties and municipalities and a breathtaking variety of locations and landscapes. The New York-New Jersey metro area has the highest concentration of creative and technical professionals outside of California, including a strong network of support services and vendors.

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Trade in 2022
China

$20.2B

Two-way trade in goods between China and New Jersey

1st

China is New Jersey’s largest trading partner

4th

China is the 4th-largest market for goods exported by New Jersey

1st

China is New Jersey’s largest supplier of goods imports

$1.7B

In inward investment from China to New Jersey since 2003

670

Jobs created in New Jersey by Chinese companies

29

Chinese companies in New Jersey

2nd

New Jersey is the state that receives the 2nd-most FDI from China in the Northeast

Trade in 2023
Japan

$6.2B

Two-way trade in goods between Japan and New Jersey

9th

Japan is New Jersey’s 9th-largest trading partner

3rd

Japan is the 3rd-largest market for goods exported by New Jersey

11th

Japan is New Jersey’s 11th-largest supplier of goods imports

$2.9B

In inward investment from Japan to New Jersey since 2003

9,124

Jobs created in New Jersey by Japanese inward investment

64

Japanese companies in New Jersey

4th

New Jersey is the state that receives the 4th-most FDI from Japan in the Northeast

Trade in 2023
Korea

$4.4B

Two-way trade in goods between Korea and New Jersey

12th

Korea is New Jersey’s 12th-largest trading partner

9th

Korea is the 9th-largest market for goods exported by New Jersey

15th

Korea is New Jersey’s 15th-largest supplier of goods imports

$684.6M

In inward investment from Korea to New Jersey since 2003

2,633

Jobs created in New Jersey by Korean companies

56

Korean companies in New Jersey

2nd

New Jersey is the state that receives the 2nd most FDI from Korea in the Northeast

Trade in 2023
Taiwan

$5.2B

Two-way trade in goods between Taiwan and New Jersey

10th

Taiwan is New Jersey’s 10th-largest trading partner

18th

Taiwan is the 18th-largest market for goods exported by New Jersey

9th

Taiwan is New Jersey’s 9th-largest supplier of goods imports

$178.4M

In inward investment from Taiwan to New Jersey since 2003

452

Jobs created in New Jersey by Taiwanese companies

14

Taiwanese companies in New Jersey

4th

New Jersey is the state that receives the 4th-most FDI from Taiwan in the Northeast

Location

New Jersey Asia Pacific Center
Taipai City, Taiwan

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