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Diabierna, 20 October 2023 AWEMainta LOCAL NEWS 39
Minister Geoffrey Wever:
Virtual Business Matchmaking between
Aruba and Venezuela: November 9 at KvK
DURING a press conference, the Minister of Economic Aruba and Venezuela, which would benefit consumers who
Affairs, Geoffrey Wever, along with the President of the may enjoy better prices, increased product variety, and
Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Gavril Mansur, announced a availability.
Virtual Business Matchmaking Event for Aruban businesses
to connect with Venezuelan businesses. This event will take “Collaboration between regional partners for the benefit
place on November 9, starting at 10:00 AM, at the Chamber of our businesses and consumers remains a priority.”
of Commerce (KvK). Unfortunately, we have seen price increases in food and
construction products in recent months, and this is one
The Virtual Business Matchmaking has been organized way to bring better prices to our citizens. Minister Wever
through a collaboration between the Ministry of Economic expressed his gratitude to Mr. Mansur and the entire team at
Affairs and KvK. Minister Geoffrey Wever mentioned that, the Chamber of Commerce for being an important partner
after seeing the commercial potential during this year’s in making this event a reality, showcasing the potential for
Trade Mission to Colombia, he has further strengthened his collaboration between the private sector and the govern-
vision to focus on establishing and strengthening commer- ment.
cial relationships with our neighboring countries, for which
Venezuela also presents an opportunity. Businesses interested in participating in the Virtual Business
Matchmaking are encouraged to register by sending an email
The intention is to bring Venezuelan exporters, especially to: info.minezcdo@gobierno.aw. Information and registra-
in the food and construction material industry, into contact tion can also be obtained through Minister Geoffrey Wever’s
with Aruban importers. Minister Wever sees an opportunity social media, where a link is available, or by contacting
to stimulate and facilitate business transactions between representatives of the Chamber of Commerce.
