Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela stated that a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India is expected to be achieved in 2026, and emphasized that the Indian authorities are very interested in completing the negotiations in order to get the treaty.
"We know that the Indian authorities are very keen to achieve this treaty as soon as possible. It is a matter being negotiated by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism, and my recent conversations with the Minister (Teresa Mera) have been positive", the Foreign Minister told the Andina News Agency.
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India was the fourth largest destination for Peruvian exports in 2023 and the second largest in Asia, reaching $ 2.531 billion with products such as raw gold in the traditional sector and iron ore scrap in the non-traditional sector, according to the Peruvian Exporters Association.
On another note, De Zela mentioned that the planned consulates have reopened, and there are no plans to reopen any others at this time.
He also emphasized that with the reopened consulates, Peru has a greater presence abroad.
Finally, the Minister of Foreign Affairs stated that he hopes his administration will be remembered for its commitment to national interests and the continuity of state policies.
He also said that he hopes to contribute to a democratic transition period in which Peruvians can express their wishes and their decision regarding who should be the new president of the republic.
"Each of us Peruvians must be responsible for the decision we make in the elections. I hope we cast an informed vote, I hope we vote according to our beliefs to elect our new president," he said.
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Publicado: 2/1/2026