Peru and China are taking their partnership to new heights, and we sat down with Peruvian President Dina Boluarte to get the inside scoop. Ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s upcoming state visit, President Boluarte shared her vision for Peru’s modernization and how the new China-built Chancay Port could be a game-changer for both nations.
Peru was among the first Latin American countries to establish diplomatic ties with the People’s Republic of China, and this relationship has only grown stronger over the years. “China has been a crucial partner in our development,” President Boluarte said during our exclusive interview in Lima. “The Chancay Port is not just a port; it’s a symbol of the connectivity and shared future we are building with China.”
The Chancay Port, a massive deep-water facility constructed with Chinese collaboration, is set to transform maritime trade between Asia and Latin America. The catchy phrase “from Chancay to Shanghai” is more than a slogan—it’s a vision of a new maritime-land corridor connecting our two regions.
President Boluarte emphasized how this project aligns with the broader goal of building an Asia-Pacific community with a shared future. “We are looking forward to President Xi’s visit,” she said. “It marks a new era in Asia-Pacific development, and we are excited to be at the forefront of this movement.”
The upcoming 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting presents an ideal platform for discussing how nations can work together for mutual growth. With the Chancay Port nearing completion, Peru is poised to become a key hub in global trade, boosting the economy and creating new opportunities for young people.
“Our partnership with China is about more than economics,” President Boluarte explained. “It’s about cultural exchange, technological innovation, and building a future where all our citizens can thrive.”
As the catchphrase “from Chancay to Shanghai” echoes across the Pacific, it’s clear that Peru and China are not just connecting ports but are also connecting people, ideas, and futures. For the youth of the Global South, this partnership offers exciting prospects for collaboration and growth.
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