The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), in alliance with the NGO Socios En Salud (SES), donated a new medicinal oxygen generating plant which will be installed at the Belén Hospital in Trujillo. The new plant will benefit more than 36,000 COVID-19 patients throughout the region. This investment of approximately US$ 100,000.00 hasthe capacity …
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The joint effort of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the United States Forest Service (USFS) granted 91 scholarships to environmental professionals from 13 regions of Peru, in a prestigious course at Michigan State University, about the effects of climate change and forest carbon management. The selected professionals represent the public and …
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First and third place go to Peru! The Peruvian team that developed the video game “Purunmachu” won first place in the “Cultural Heritage Game Jam,” a contest organized by the Office of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State. The team is made up of developers from Peru, Sweden and Iran. …
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For Immediate Release READOUT November 11, 2021 Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with President of the Peruvian Congress María del Carmen Alva The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy R. Sherman met with Peruvian Congress President María del Carmen Alva Prieto today in Lima, Peru. Deputy Secretary Sherman and Congress President Alva reiterated the importance of the United States …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release November 11, 2021 Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Peruvian President Castillo The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy R. Sherman met virtually with Peruvian President Pedro Castillo today from Lima, Peru, while the President was visiting rural communities …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release November 10, 2021 Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Peruvian Foreign Minister Maúrtua The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy R. Sherman met with Peruvian Foreign Minister Óscar Maúrtua today in Lima, Peru. Deputy Secretary Sherman and Foreign Minister Maúrtua discussed opportunities for progress under the Build Back Better World Initiative, how the United States and Peru can work together to address the climate crisis, and our …
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MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 5, 2021 In Montevideo from November 7-9, Deputy Secretary Sherman will meet with senior government officials to discuss continued efforts to advance democratic governance and human rights in the region; reinforce U.S.-Uruguay economic, security, and counternarcotics cooperation; discuss climate and environmental protection issues; and engage on other matters reflecting the important U.S.-Uruguay …
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The Embassy of the United States of America in Peru is pleased to invite institutions in the country to participate in the two calls for the Ambassador’s Fund for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage this year. The projects must be related to the conservation and protection of the cultural heritage of Peru, prioritizing the impact …
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The United States Ambassador, Lisa Kenna, accompanied the President of the Judiciary, Supreme Judge Elvia Barrios, in a virtual ceremony to celebrate the ISO 37001-Anti-Bribery Management System certification granted to the Executive Council and the Permanent Supreme Criminal Chamber. The President of the Judicial Integrity Commission, Supreme Judge Mariem de la Rosa, also participated in …
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Ambassador of the United States, Lisa Kenna, visited the museum and archaeological site Huacas del Sol y de la Luna, winner of the contest for the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation of 2020, with an amount of $172,000 dollars. During her first visit, Ambassador Kenna congratulated the general director Ricardo Morales, for 30 years of …
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Today, the Ambassador of the United States, Lisa Kenna delivered to Peru a U.S. Southern Command donation of four mobile emergency hospitals, with 40 beds each, and with the capacity to attend 80 patients per day. The mobile hospitals are especially important in saving lives throughout the country, including the most remote areas, throughout the …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 28, 2021 On behalf of the United States and the American people, I send our best wishes to the people of Peru as you celebrate the 200th anniversary of your independence. The values we share and our commitment to democracy, equitable economic growth, respect for diversity, educational …
Read More» July 27, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Peru to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Pedro Castillo on July 28, 2021, in Lima, Peru. The Honorable Miguel Cardona, United States Secretary of Education, will lead the delegation. Members of the Presidential Delegation: …
Read More» Office of the Spokesperson July 26, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Peruvian President-Elect Pedro Castillo and offered congratulations to the people of Peru for an electoral process indicative of a strong and vibrant democracy. He thanked Peru for its support in addressing the …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT ANTHONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 20, 2021 On behalf of the United States, I congratulate the people of Peru for making their voices heard in free and fair presidential and legislative elections. We commend the many officials, public servants, and volunteers whose dedication made the vote and certification possible under challenging conditions presented …
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—– Together in the fight against COVID-19 —– Lima, July 7, 2021.- The United States Government sent the second batch of one million Pfizer vaccines donated to Peru to support the fight against COVID-19. Also, the U.S. government donation 65 additional ultra-refrigerators that allow the vaccines to be kept at the appropriate temperatures. The Deputy Chief …
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—– Together in the fight against COVID-19 —– Lima, June 29, 2021.- The United States Government announced the donation of two million Pfizer vaccines to support Peru in the fight against COVID-19. Additionally, the U.S. has donated160 ultra-refrigerators that allow the vaccines to be kept at the appropriate temperatures. The first batch of one million …
Read More» MS PORTER: Good afternoon, everyone, and thank you for joining today’s briefing. I have one quick update at the top for you. The United States is donating 2 million Pfizer vaccine doses to Peru as a part of our ongoing solidarity with the people of Peru as they recover from this devastating pandemic. The United States …
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Lima, June 18, 2021.- The United States Ambassador to Peru, Lisa Kenna, participated today in the ceremony presided over by President Francisco Sagasti at the Government Palace in which the “Echenique Disc” was returned to Peru. The disc is an invaluable gold artifact that is recognized as a symbol of the city of Cusco. The ceremony was …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY LIMA, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Funding Opportunity Title: Notice of Funding Opportunity to Support Women in the Film Industry Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-LIMA-FY21-NOFO-002 Posted Date: June 7, 2021 Original Closing Date for Application: July 15, 2021 Please refer to detailed review schedules in section IV. Award Floor: $18,000 USD Award Ceiling: $25,000 USD * NOTE: …
Read More» DORAL, Florida (June 5, 2021) — The United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced today they have entered into an agreement with the international nonprofit organization, Global Fishing Watch (GFW) to help detect, deter and identify illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Under formal collaboration with SOUTHCOM, GFW will provide public vessel tracking data and open …
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Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State On behalf of the people of the United States, I extend my deepest condolences on the passing of former UN Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar to his family. Javier Perez de Cuellar was an adept Peruvian statesman and a tenacious advocate for peace. He led the UN for two …
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The United States Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) arrived at the port of Callao July 8th on a medical assistance mission to provide medical services and surgeries from July 10-14, within the framework of the institutional cooperation agreement between the United States Navy and the Peruvian Ministry of Defense through the Peruvian Navy …
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The United States Navy’s USS Somerset (LPD 25) multipurpose vessel will arrive at the port of Callao to participate in joint exercises to simulate a rapid response to natural disasters, in conjunction with the Peruvian Navy’s recently incorporated multipurpose vessel BAP Pisco (AMP-156). The joint amphibious landing will take place on the Costa Verde. Approximately …
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