Advancing U.S.-Peru Economic Cooperation with President Boluarte

Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez met with Peruvian President Dina Boluarte and her team of ministers on August 28, 2024, in Lima to promote trade and economic opportunities with the United States. He was accompanied by a delegation of U.S. businesses hosted by the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) and the U.S. Embassy to Peru.

The Under Secretary applauded Peru for supporting the Economic and Health Dialogue of the Americas (EHA) and ongoing efforts to advance key goals for the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity ("Americas Partnership"). He highlighted the benefits of advancing bilateral cooperation on opportunities at the intersection of clean energy and sustainable agriculture.

Under Secretary Fernandez underscored the United States' interest in deepening economic ties with Peru and working together through the Americas Partnership to address food insecurity and broader issues hampering economic prosperity in the region such as supply chain issues, including critical minerals, medical, and semiconductor supply chains.

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