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In early December, the “34th International Seminar of the International Sugar Organization (ISO)” was held at Church House, Westminster, London. This event brought together leaders, experts, and representatives from 85 countries that produce and purchase cane and beet sugar, consolidating its position as the main intergovernmental forum for discussing the future of the sector. Under the slogan “Sugar – much more than a sweetener,” the seminar addressed key issues such as innovation, sustainability, and the challenges facing the industry in a changing global context.
Over two days, participants discussed market trends, energy policies, and opportunities to diversify the use of sugar in products such as biopolymers and bioenergy. The ISO, an organization linked to the United Nations, highlighted the importance of international cooperation to improve market transparency and promote solutions to challenges such as price volatility and environmental demands.
In this context, Dr. Alex Guerra, Director General of the ICC, gave a speech on climate change and the challenges and opportunities for the sugar sector. During his speech, he stressed the importance of strengthening the industry’s resilience to extreme weather events, promoting sustainable practices, and taking advantage of opportunities such as renewable energy generation and reducing the carbon footprint of sugar production, highlighting the willingness of Guatemala’s sugarcane agro-industry to work together with other sectors to address these challenges.
These types of international forums are essential for sharing experiences, forging alliances, and moving toward a production model that combines competitiveness with sustainability, contributing to economic development and environmental protection.
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