Ecuador VP meets FAO, WFP to boost cooperation on child nutrition and school meals

Ecuador's Vice President María José Pinto held crucial meetings in Rome with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP). The discussions focused on strengthening technical cooperation to combat chronic child malnutrition and improve school feeding initiatives across Ecuador.

During her visit, Pinto formally received a proposal to establish an 'Ecuador Chapter' for the upcoming World Food Summit, scheduled to take place in Rome in October. This special chapter aims to position Ecuador as a leader, showcasing its advancements and potential in agriculture, food production, and nationally recognized products on an international stage.

In a working session with Matthew Hollingworth, WFP's Deputy Executive Director for Operations, Pinto reviewed the impact of Ecuador's school feeding program, which utilizes local products. The WFP commended Ecuador, designating it a benchmark for its robust political backing and budgetary allocations dedicated to ensuring public school students receive nutritious and healthy meals.

Pinto also participated in a meeting with the Organization of Ibero-American States (OEI) and the Holy See. This session underscored the urgent need for a community-based, affective, and regulatory approach to student mental health.

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This special chapter will allow Ecuador to lead and present a strategic theme that connects the country's progress and potential in agriculture, food, and products with national identity to the international stage.