DeSantis Expands Florida’s Business Partnership with United Kingdom

The state plays host to more than 350 British companies that account for more than 70,000 jobs and an estimated $80 billion in investment holdings.

Republican presidential candidate Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) speaks to guests at a campaign rally in Des Moines, Iowa on November 06, 2023. Scott Olson/Getty Images

JACKSONVILLE — Florida’s Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) met with the United Kingdom (UK)’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Kemi Badenoch, to formalize the expansion of the transatlantic business partnership at Jacksonville’s cruise terminal on Nov. 14.

The UK is already Florida’s top foreign investor. The Sunshine State ranks among America’s top states for British business and tourists. The two leaders signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) promising to further develop their relationship.