President Martin Vizcarra on Friday expressed his appreciation to Canada for firmly backing Peru's aspiration to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Likewise, the Head of State pointed out he feels a special bond with Canada since he served as Ambassador to the North American country.
He went on to note that bilateral relations with said nation remain strong, as both countries rely on technical cooperation in technology and education fields.
As is known, Peru and Canada signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) linked to the Mutual Accountability Framework for Development Cooperation back in 2016.
In addition, he remarked his country supports Peru's accession to the aforementioned economic bloc.
"Peru can rely on Canada as a friendly nation," he added.
Both authorities also agreed to continue
expanding foreign trade, as well as to focus on making it inclusive in favor of the population.
It must be noted the Inca country's main agricultural products exported to Canada include fresh grapes, mangos, and
quinoa.
At the event, President Vizcarra was joined by Foreign Affairs Minister Nestor Popolizio, and Deputy Minister Hugo de Zela, among others.
The Canadian delegation was composed of Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland, Chief of Staff Katie Telford, Foreign and Defence Policy Advisor John Hannaford, Global Affairs Policy Adviser Patrick Travers, and Ambassador to Peru Gwyneth Kutz.
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