Venezuelan business sectors focus on local production and regional tourism

Farmatodo is expanding its local manufacturing efforts in Venezuela through the development of its own brands. Company representatives William Paz Castillo and Ana María Ascanio stated that the chain has formed strategic alliances with Venezuelan manufacturers to create a high-quality, affordable product catalog, aiming to stimulate local production and job creation.

In Mérida, the Gastronomic Chamber has announced the inauguration of its new board of directors for the 2026-2029 period. President-elect Julio Daza emphasized that the culinary sector is a vital pillar of regional identity and a key driver for tourism in Mérida. The new administration plans to focus on technical training, strategic institutional alliances, and the promotion of local culinary products to support regional economic development.