Holcomb takes final international economic development trip to the Middle East

This story was originally published on Indiana Capital Chronicle. Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb will make one more international economic development trip before leaving office in January — stopping in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to target partnerships in both the life sciences and defense sectors. The trip will be his& 27th as governor& and the final stop abroad for his administration. Travel expenses are paid for by the Indiana Economic Development Foundation, which& doesn’t disclose its funders. “Indiana’s reputation as a central player in the global economy continues to grow, yielding real results for Hoosier industries, innovation and residents alike,” Holcomb said in a news release. “I look forward to running through the tape and taking our winning message to the Middle East and working to advance new partnerships focused on key sectors critical to tomorrow’s economy.” Last month, Holcomb& visited Ireland& and announced a new, nonstop flight between Indiana and the European country. The trip to the Middle East will include Maj. Gen. Dale Lyles — who announced earlier this month& he would retire& as the leader of the Indiana National Guard — and representatives from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. “As a Hoosier, I couldn’t be prouder of our...