Peruvian President Dina Boluarte extended a formal invitation to President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. to an official state visit to Peru during their bilateral meeting in San Francisco, California.
The invitation coincides with the upcoming 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Peru and the Philippines, marking a milestone in the two countries’ shared history, Boluarte said
“And I would also like to take this opportunity to invite you officially for [an] official State Visit to Peru, to celebrate 50 years of our bilateral ties, and next year it is going to be 50 years.
So, we’d be honored if you can pay a state visit to us to commemorate,” Boluarte told President Marcos.
Boluarte also expressed her desire to explore opportunities for increased trade and investment, particularly in the agricultural sector. She highlighted Peru’s potential to supply the Philippines
with high-quality agricultural products such as grapes, avocados, and blueberries.
Boluarte also highlighted potential investment opportunities for the Philippines in Peru’s manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and agribusiness sectors.
For his part, President Marcos graciously accepted the invitation and thanked Boluarte for taking the time to meet with him amidst her busy schedule.
“Especially, we are looking forward to coming to Lima, to Peru for the APEC but, of course, thank you again for your very kind invitation to come— to be with you to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our relations— of our formal relations between Peru and the Philippines,” President Marcos said.
He recognized the importance of bolstering alliances and partnerships in the face of global challenges, stressing the need for collaboration in post-pandemic economic recovery and navigating geopolitical
uncertainties.
Peru also announced its plans to reopen its embassy in Manila, which was closed in 2003 due to austerity measures. This move signals a renewed commitment to enhancing diplomatic and economic engagement between the two countries, officials said.
The two countries share a common colonial history and have a growing economic partnership. The Philippines’ main exports to Peru include electronic products, tuna, and other manufactured goods.
The Philippines and Peru established diplomatic relations on November 30, 1974, and have since maintained a cordial and productive relationship.