Vietnamese President Strengthens Ties With Peru During Historic Visit State President Luong Cuong’s official trip marks the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations, aimed at enhancing cooperation across multiple fieldsVietnamese State President Luong Cuong made history as the first sitting head of state from Vietnam to visit Peru, arriving in the capital city of Lima on November 12, 2024. Cuong met with numerous dignitaries including the President of the Supreme Court of Peru, Javier Arévalo Vela, and the President of the Peruvian Congress, Eduardo Sanjuana. Reiterated throughout the discussions was the significant progress made between Vietnam and Peru across various sectors, most prominently trade and investment. Cuong noted, "At present, Peru is Vietnam's largest investment partner in Latin America, whereas Vietnam stands as Peru's foremost trading partner within ASEAN." Cuong presented Vietnam as prioritizing relations with Peru, emphasizing the nation's engagement amid the shifting dynamics of global politics.
