The Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Korean Maritime Institute (KMI), marking a significant step in strengthening international scientific cooperation.
Scientific Exchange and Collaboration
The meeting focused on the exchange of knowledge about the jumbo squid (Dosidicus gigas) fishery. Chilean and Korean researchers discussed relevant topics such as catch volumes and the current stock status of this resource, a species of high commercial and ecological interest to both countries.
IFOP was represented by experts from the Fisheries Research Division, led by its head, Dr. Carlos Montenegro, along with researcher MSc. Karen Belmar, a specialist in the jumbo squid fishery, and Marcelo Nilo, Head of International Affairs and Cooperation, along with Dr. Patricia Zárate, Head of the Fisheries Assessment Department, Carlos Techeira, Head of the Resource Assessment Department, and other authorities, were present.
Visit to Cutting-Edge Laboratories
The Korean delegation complemented their visit with a technical tour of IFOP’s facilities. They toured the Oceanography, Age, and Growth Laboratories, learning firsthand about the methodology and equipment that support fisheries and environmental research in Chile. The visit was guided by Dr. Montenegro and Dr. Francisco Cerna, Head of the area.
The day concluded with the expectation of strengthening cooperation between IFOP and KMI, opening the door to future research partnerships that will benefit the sustainable management of marine resources.
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