06:00 | Tokyo (Japan), Aug. 7.
As part of her official visit to Japan,
President Dina Boluarte on Thursday presided over the handover ceremony of 10 fire trucks donated by the Japan Firefighters Association to the
General Corps of Volunteer Firefighters of Peru (CGBVP).
At the same time, it represents a valuable contribution that will strengthen the CGBVP's work by improving timely disaster response in various parts of the country.
The vehicles will be assigned to the cities of Tingo Maria (Huanuco), Laberinto (Madre de Dios), Chulucanas (Piura), Cañete (Lima), Ica, Caballococha (Loreto), Abancay (Apurimac), and Callao, significantly expanding the coverage of volunteer firefighter services across Peruvian regions.
"These vehicles are not just operational units; they are symbols of the fraternal bond that unites Peru and Japan, and they embody the spirit of cooperation and mutual respect that has characterized our bilateral relationship over the years," Mrs. Boluarte emphasized.
The Head of State also highlighted the direct impact this donation will have on the work of Peruvian volunteer firefighters, who risk their lives daily in defense of the population's well-being.
Meeting with compatriots
At the event, she spoke with them to learn first-hand about their situation, listen to their concerns and needs, and explore ways to help improve their quality of life during their stay on Asian soil.
Among the topics discussed, the Head of State highlighted the recent visa waiver agreement between Peru and Japan —an achievement announced during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting, held in November 2024 in Peru, which came into effect on July 1, 2025.
"Since July, we have had free entry to both Japan and Peru, allowing your family members to visit you without a visa, thus removing an obstacle that often made it difficult for Peruvians to travel or receive visits abroad," she stated.
The top official reaffirmed her government's commitment to the South American country's growth, with the goal of creating opportunities for more Peruvians to thrive in their own homeland.
"Precisely in that pursuit of investments that contribute to Peru's development, we have come to promote the arrival of Japanese investors in our country. We want Peruvians to remain in their homeland; that is why we are working to strengthen our infrastructure, especially in education, health, and employment," she pointed out.
Moreover, the President emphasized that this official visit helps strengthen bilateral ties with Japan —a nation of ancient culture, whose history and traditions share many similarities with those of Peru.
In that regard, she thanked her fellow citizens for their commitment to Peru and encouraged them to continue promoting the best of our national identity.
“You are our natural ambassadors; you are the ones who carry our culture, our customs, and our history. Wherever you meet with our Japanese brothers and sisters, you will share our experiences and showcase what Peru represents: our history and our gastronomy," Mrs. Boluarte concluded, amid gestures of affection and support from the Peruvian community living in Japan.
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Published: 8/7/2025