Peru in U.S. reaffirms commitment to combating terrorism and organized crime

Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru

Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru

01:00 | Washington, D.C. (U.S.), Jul. 17.

During his working visit to Washington, D.C., Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Pareja led the Peruvian delegation on Thursday at the Ministerial on the Resurgence of Political Terrorism, convened by the United States Department of State.

The ministerial meeting—chaired by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio—brought together delegations from more than 60 countries.

During the event, participants exchanged views on the resurgence of political terrorism, as well as proposals for coordinated action to address the issue.

This included information and intelligence sharing, law enforcement cooperation, border control, disrupting the financing of terrorist networks, as well as protecting forces and critical infrastructure.

Minister Pareja reaffirmed Peru's unequivocal condemnation of terrorism in all its forms.

Similarly, the diplomat underscored the South American country's commitment to contributing to hemispheric and global efforts to combat this scourge.

Likewise, he warned about the links among terrorism, drug trafficking, and transnational organized crime.

Bilateral agenda

Separately, the Peruvian Foreign Affairs minister met with U.S. Department of State Executive Secretary Lisa Kenna, who had served as U.S. Ambassador to Peru.

During the meeting, both sides positively assessed the state of bilateral relations and reviewed the broad and diverse agenda of the strategic partnership, which they will seek to further deepen with Peru's incoming administration.


The Cabinet member underscored the priority Peru places on its strategic relationship with the United States—a commitment that has been recognized through Peru's designation as a 
Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA).

Bicentennial and decoration

The Peruvian Minister also attended a reception marking the bicentennial of diplomatic relations between the two countries, held at the Peruvian Embassy's residence.

The ceremony was attended by senior officials from the U.S. Administration and Congress.

On this occasion, recognition was bestowed upon Credicorp, Southern Copper Corporation, Buenaventura Mining Company, Fortuna Mining Corp., Cementos Pacasmayo, Intercorp Financial Services, and Auna, all of which are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

The distinction honored their outstanding contribution to Peru's economic development and international standing by strengthening the country's presence, competitiveness, and prestige in global markets.

In this context, Ambassador Pareja conferred the Order of the Sun of Peru in the Rank of Commander upon 
U.S. philanthropist Adrienne Arsht, Executive Vice Chair of the Atlantic Council.

The distinction recognizes her work through the Atlantic Council's Latin America Center, which has played a key role in promoting strategic dialogue between the two countries and keeping Peru firmly on the United States' political, economic, and trade agenda.

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Publicado: 17/7/2026