Exports to China fall short of saving Honduras’ shrimp sector

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The mayor of Choluteca, Quintín Soriano, has expressed deep concern over the serious situation facing the shrimp industry in southern Honduras, which he believes urgently needs attention. Soriano, who identifies himself as an expert in shrimp farming, emphasized that markets for this product are limited. Despite the initial excitement around exports to China, only two containers have been shipped so far, which, in his opinion, is insufficient to alleviate the crisis.

The mayor explained that the lack of access to markets forces shrimp to be kept in ponds for extended periods, increasing costs and causing a high mortality rate in the tanks. This, in turn, harms the entire production chain, from packing facilities to laboratories. Soriano warned that this situation could lead to increased unemployment in the southern region and suggested that mobilizations might occur if the situation does not improve.

Soriano also criticized the Honduran government’s decision to sever diplomatic ties with Taiwan, pointing to El Salvador as an example, where commercial ties with Taiwan have been maintained while also upholding diplomatic relations with China. Finally, the mayor called on southern residents to “vote for change” in the upcoming elections, arguing that current policies are severely impacting the local economy and, consequently, the welfare of the people of Choluteca.

Main Source: (Spanish)

Empeora crisis en el sector camaronero, advierte alcalde de Choluteca – Tiempo

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