Norwegian Ambassador: Sustainable use of marine resources is a common concern

Norwegian Ambassador Hilde Solbakken (Photo: NSC).

Ambassador Solbakken emphasized the trend of sustainable seafood development in his speech at the "Norwegian Salmon Academy" workshop organized by the Norwegian Seafood Council in Hanoi on November 8, within the framework of the International Food and Beverage Industry Exhibition.

According to Ms. Solbakken, the world's population recently reached the 8 billion mark. With the population increasing, the demand for food also increases. Therefore, it is important to produce food sustainably.

The Norwegian diplomat said seafood could be an important part of the solution because it is high in nutrients and low in fat. Seafood farming also has a much smaller carbon footprint than meat production on land.

With a coastline stretching over 100,000km and being the world’s second largest seafood exporter, Norway provides around 40 million seafood meals a day to 150 countries around the world. The Norwegian seafood industry has put responsible marine resource management at its core, moving from unlimited fishing to strict regulations and setting standards for sustainable management of marine resources.

Vietnam and Norway have more than 50 years of diplomatic relations, friendship and cooperation. According to her, the sustainable use of marine resources is a common concern of countries today, from fisheries management, aquaculture development to mutually beneficial seafood value chains.

Asbjørn Warvik Rørtveit, Regional Director for Southeast Asia of the Norwegian Seafood Council (Photo: NSC).

Speaking at the event, Dr. Asbjørn Warvik Rørtveit, Regional Director for Southeast Asia of the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC), also highlighted the fundamentals of the Norwegian seafood industry.

"The foundation of the Norwegian seafood industry is a commitment to responsible development and maintaining the natural balance in the environment. Our goal is not only to provide Vietnamese consumers with a reliable and high-quality source of seafood, but also to promote cooperation in protecting marine ecosystems, contributing to ensuring the long-term sustainability of the seafood industry," said Mr. Rørtveit.

At the seminar, Mr. Rørtveit explained in detail the comprehensive farming process of Norwegian salmon with strict regulations and world-leading advanced technology. He said that, in addition to the characteristics of fresh taste, delicate texture and high nutritional value, all Norwegian salmon products come from a commitment to sustainable development practices and the integration of advanced technologies.

The "Norwegian Salmon Academy" workshop demonstrates NSC's commitment to strengthening connections and promoting trade cooperation in the seafood sector between Norway and Vietnam.

“Sharing delicious food is a great way to strengthen relationships,” said Ambassador Solbakken.

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