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The Government of the United States has maintained diplomatic relations with Peru since 1826; nevertheless, it was not until 1920 when the Congress of the United States raised its representation to Embassy level. Since then, the Embassy in Lima is the center for all diplomatic and consular activities in Peru.
The Embassy of the United States in Peru is one of the largest and most important diplomatic missions in the country. Its goal is to deepen ties of cooperation and understanding between the two nations, through the strengthening of bilateral relations, the promotion of commercial exchange, and also through economic and cultural activities.
The Government of the United States has been working closely in cooperation with the Government of Peru on the resolution of problems of mutual interest:
Likewise, the Embassy seeks to promote better understanding of the United States, its society, its government and its political patterns, through information and cultural programs that reach all of Peruvian society.
Through the programs of the United States Agency for International Development, the Embassy is providing economic assistance to promote democratic values in Peruvian society, reduce poverty, promote alternatives to narcotics production, and improve the quality of life of the poor and the disenfranchised.
The following government agencies function at the Embassy:
The Embassy is located in the residential area of Monterrico, in a new building that was inaugurated on the Fourth of July in 1995.
Please call: 618-2000
Outside of Office Hours, contact: 618-2000
Outside of Peru: 51-1 618-2000
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