KUWAIT CITY, April 27: Peruvian Ambassador to Kuwait Carlos Enrique Tomás Jiménez Gil stated that Peru is currently looking into the revision of its foreign policy toward the Gulf states to strengthen bilateral cooperation, expand trade exchange, and stimulate investment. The ambassador indicated that the upcoming diplomatic missions are essential for revitalizing relations with the region and will coincide with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Kuwait this year. In a press conference on the upcoming visit of Peruvian Foreign Affairs Minister Elmer Chialler to Kuwait, Gil confirmed that Peru intends to intensify its international presence and promote global economic stability through strategic alliances with the Gulf states, acknowledging the increasing significance of this region. He affirmed the importance of relations with Kuwait, citing collaboration in various areas, particularly technical cooperation. “This cooperation is founded on shared challenges, such as water scarcity and limited arable land,” he revealed.

He pointed out that Peru has succeeded in overcoming these challenges, and it has become one of the leading global exporters; hence, it is a reliable partner committed to strengthening relations with Kuwait. He announced that Chialler will arrive in Kuwait on Tuesday, as part of a Gulf tour, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE,) and Saudi Arabia. He said the tour aims to create new opportunities for investment and trade, and strengthen inter-regional ties. On the agreements, he confirmed that Chialler will sign a memorandum of understanding between the National Library of Kuwait and the National Library of Peru, adding that the two sides are discussing other memoranda of understanding. On tourism, he disclosed that the Embassy of Peru issues around 250 visas for Kuwaitis annually. “Kuwaitis are currently required to obtain a visa to enter Peru, which is usually issued on the same day of applying,” he clarified. He also stressed that the Gulf states have become a main player in the foreign policy of Peru since 2010, following the visit of the former foreign affairs minister to the region that coincided with the ASPA summit in Lima, which signaled the beginning of Peru’s openness to the Arab world.

By Fares Al-Abdan
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff