16:22 | Lima, Dec. 30 (ANDINA).
Japan considers Peru its strategic partner in the Asia-Pacific region and describes it as a bridge between the two markets, said Japan’s Ambassador to Peru Shuichiro Megata, who also added that Japan’s investment in Peru will increase next year.
“Peru is seen as a gateway between Asia and the Pacific and Japan is an open door for Latin American countries. That is why it is seen as a strategic partner relationship,” Megata told Andina news agency.
Megata further added that Peru will increase its exports in different sectors such as mining and fishing with the help of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
“Peru is a rich country in minerals and mining sector attracts most of the investment, but we know more Japanese companies will open offices in Lima to explore investment opportunities, including the financial sector. We expect more Japanese investment in Peru”, the diplomat said.
Peruvian President Alan Garcia announced on 2006 that he will improve diplomatic relations with Japan. This was enhanced with reciprocal official visits between authorities from both countries and successful negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement.
The negotiation for a FTA between Peru and Japan started on May 2009.
Peru has signed three Free Trade Agreements with Asian countries (Singapore, Thailand and China) as well as other countries such as the United States, Canada and Chile.
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Publicado: 30/12/2010