Peruvian Ambassador Roberto Rafael Max Rodriguez Arnillas presented credential letters to the Governor General of Canada Julie Payette, the Andean country's Foreign Affairs Ministry reported.
According to protocol,
Payette received diplomatic credentials from other six new Ambassadors and delivered a speech.
During her address, she stressed Canada and Peru share values and principles such as the defense of human rights, democracy, and environmental protection.
Following the ceremony, the Peruvian diplomat held a private meeting with Payette, at which he highlighted the excellent level of
bilateral relations uniting both nations.
Among the Peruvian authorities were Consul-General to Montreal Manuel de Cossio Klüver and Honorary Consul to Quebec Yves Lacasse, among others.
The ceremony was held at the Citadelle of Quebec on June 29.
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