has requested Parliament's authorization to travel abroad, from November 14 to 21, to attend the 29th Economic Leaders' Meeting at the
The request was made through a draft legislative resolution recently submitted to the Legislative Branch.
Said document was joined by an official letter addressed to
Congress' Chairman, Jose Williams Zapata, detailing that the main challenges for the Asia-Pacific region, such as global economic recession, disruptions in supply chains, plus food and energy security, will be discussed at the
APEC Leaders' Meeting on November 18 and 19.
Besides, the Head of State plans to participate in the APEC CEO Summit, on November 17, and meet with business associations from the bloc to present the opportunities offered by Peru for investment.
Similarly, bilateral meetings with the attending Heads of State and Government are being arranged.
"The participation of the Government of Peru, at the highest level, in these international meetings will allow our country to consolidate its presence in the Asia-Pacific region and in its economic integration mechanisms," the document read.
It also underlined that these efforts will contribute to the preparation process for the APEC Presidency to be assumed by Peru in 2024.