A summit aimed at discussing the positioning of Ecuadorian cocoa in global trends is scheduled to take place in Quito from May 30 to 31, 2024. The 'Cacao & Chocolate Summit' will concentrate on climate change's impact on cocoa cultivation, adaptation and mitigation measures, and the EU's Green Deal. The event will bring together experts, producers, manufacturers, and consumers to discuss the sustainability, quality, and regulation challenges in the cocoa and chocolate sector. Ecuador, the third-largest cocoa producer and exporter, will also explore the opportunities and adaptations in the cocoa value chain and the recognition of the quality of Ecuadorian cocoa.