Bolivarian Government authorized first marine rescue center in Nueva Esparta

Published at: 17/09/2026 09:26 AM

The governor of Nueva Esparta state, Marisel Velásquez, formalized the authorization to occupy territory for the execution of the Waterland Rescue, Rehabilitation and Hostel project, which will be the entity's first rescue and marine fauna center, located in the Taguantar sector, Díaz municipality.

The center will have 40,000 square meters and educational and research spaces for the protection of more than 160 marine animals, the entity's government said.

The project is part of an alliance between the National Government, private companies and municipalities, and seeks to promote sustainable tourism and ecological development on the island of Margarita, Velásquez said.

“It's a touristic projection for Margarita Island,” said the governor, who added that the project will generate direct and indirect jobs.

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