Peruvian President in Jakarta for Talks with Prabowo
Peruvian President Boluarte Visits Indonesia to Strengthen Ties and Finalize Trade Agreement
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peruvian President Dina Boluarte arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Sunday, August 10th, for a bilateral meeting with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. The visit, following President Prabowo’s trip to Peru in November 2024, aims to solidify the growing relationship between the two nations and finalize the indonesia-peru Thorough Economic Partnership Agreement (IP-CEPA).
Boluarte’s Arrival and Welcoming Ceremony
President Boluarte landed at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, at approximately 4:00 PM local time. She was greeted with a vibrant customary Indonesian dance performance, symbolizing the warmth and hospitality extended to the visiting dignitary. Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso and other local officials were present to welcome President Boluarte upon her arrival.
Key Agenda: IP-CEPA and Bilateral Cooperation
The primary focus of the meeting between Presidents Boluarte and Prabowo, scheduled for Monday, August 11th, at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, will be the signing of the IP-CEPA. This comprehensive trade agreement is expected to substantially boost economic cooperation between Indonesia and Peru, opening new avenues for trade and investment.
Beyond the trade agreement, discussions will also cover areas of mutual concern, including:
Counter-Narcotics Efforts: Collaboration on combating illicit drug trafficking.
Economic Partnership: Expanding trade and investment opportunities beyond the IP-CEPA.
Visa Facilitation: Building on the existing visa-free arrangement for diplomatic and service passport holders.
Building on Previous Agreements and Recognition
This visit builds upon the momentum established during President Prabowo’s official trip to Lima in november 2024. During that visit, the two leaders explored avenues for strengthening cooperation and witnessed the signing of a bilateral agreement on visa-free travel for diplomatic and service passport holders, signed by Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono and his Peruvian counterpart Elmer Schialer salcedo.
Furthermore, President Prabowo was honored with the Grand Collar of the Order of the sun of Peru (Orden El Sol del Perú), Peru’s highest honor, recognizing his notable contributions to international relations and cooperation.
A Step Forward for Indonesia-Peru Relations
The Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono announced President Boluarte’s visit on August 6th, confirming that the Peruvian parliament had approved the trip. This demonstrates Peru’s commitment to strengthening its ties with Indonesia. The finalization of the IP-CEPA represents a significant milestone in the relationship, paving the way for increased trade, investment, and collaboration between the two countries.
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