Why has Texas set its sights on London? (opens original article in a new tab)

Texas has opened a new office in London to strengthen trade and tourism ties, aiming to enhance business relationships and explore stock exchange collaborations between the London Stock Exchange and the Texas Stock Exchange.

• Texas opens new office in London to boost trade and tourism
• Texas and UK trade worth $17bn annually, with focus on stock exchange collaborations
• Austin aims to challenge New York's stock exchange and enhance international business ties