On September 27, 2023, Paul Stephen, regional director of the Multilateral Chamber of Commerce and Cooperation Israel Ibero-America (now the Israel Ibero-America Chamber of Commerce, CILIB), was received by El Salvador’s Minister of Tourism, Morena Valdez, at GastroLab. The meeting gave him the opportunity to learn in detail about this initiative, which benefits many young Salvadorans and has been developed with the support of the World Food Programme.
GastroLab: Culinary Training for Young Salvadorans
During the visit, Minister Valdez shared information about the objectives and impact of GastroLab, a project that seeks to train young people in culinary skills and promote entrepreneurship in the gastronomy sector.
The program not only offers hands-on training but also helps participants improve their job opportunities and contribute to the economic development of their communities.
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the United Nations agency dedicated to food assistance.
Cooperation Between CILIB and El Salvador’s Ministry of Tourism
Stephen expressed his gratitude for the minister’s courtesy and highlighted the importance of initiatives like this one, which have a positive impact on Salvadoran youth.
He also highlighted the potential for collaboration between CILIB and the Ministry of Tourism to promote the exchange of knowledge and experience in areas related to gastronomy and tourism.
Social Development and Tourism in El Salvador
The meeting reflects CILIB’s commitment to supporting initiatives that foster social and economic development in El Salvador. Both parties expressed interest in exploring future collaboration opportunities that benefit young people and contribute to the growth of the country’s tourism sector.
CILIB and El Salvador
See the El Salvador profile, the Chamber’s cooperation agreements and the training programs offered by the CILIB Academy.
