The Ecuadorian shrimp industry, represented by the National Chamber of Aquaculture (CNA), took part in Ecuador’s National Day celebration at the country’s embassy in Washington DC earlier this month. As the world’s leading shrimp producer, Ecuador used this occasion to underline the economic, cultural and social importance of the industry. The decoration and atmosphere at the Embassy highlighted shrimp as a flagship product, while renowned chef Pedro José Proaño delighted attendees with a curated menu featuring shrimp as the centrepiece. In parallel, technical and educational materials were presented, including the Shrimp Nutrition Guide and the Ultimate Shrimp Guide. The event was attended by representatives from the National Security Council (NSC), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), highlighting the industry’s relevance in discussions on food security, nutrition and sustainable sourcing.