Venezuela and Guinea-Bissau sign agreement to strengthen fish and aquaculture production

Published at: 30/04/2026 12:42 PM

In the framework of the 20th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guinea-Bissau, Bernardo Viera II, held a strategic meeting with the Venezuelan Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Juan Carlos Loyo.

The meeting, held in the spaces of the Yellow House in Caracas, allowed the exchange of technical experiences and the evaluation of potential in the maritime sector to consolidate a joint long-term work agenda.

During the day, both authorities signed a letter of intent that formally establishes the beginning of bilateral cooperation in the field of aquaculture, fishing and related activities.

This instrument seeks to optimize the mechanisms for the exchange of knowledge and resources between the Venezuelan Ministry of Popular Power of Fisheries and Aquaculture and the Ministry of Fisheries and Maritime Economy of the African nation, promoting the sustainable economic development of its coastal communities.

The alliance highlights the coincidence of both countries in multilateral forums of global relevance, such as the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tuna (ICCAT). This common base will facilitate the implementation of species preservation policies and compliance with international standards, strengthening the position of the two republics in the management of ocean resources within the Atlantic space.

This initiative aligns with Venezuelan foreign policy aimed at deepening south-south cooperation and the creation of strategic ties with nations in Africa. The signing of this agreement not only represents a technical and commercial advance for the fishing sector, but it reaffirms the commitment of both administrations to diversify their economies through the shared use of their productive capacities.

Mazo News Team