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2024 - 11 - 14

When Satay Meets Salsa: Malaysia and Peru Team Up for Global Goodness!

AI innovations - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation - Chancay Port - diplomatic relations - halal products - Malaysia - multilateralism - Peru - sustainable energy

Malaysia and Peru are shaking hands and making plans to tackle global issues and boost trade; find out how this unlikely duo is stirring the pot!

In an exciting display of diplomacy, Malaysia and Peru are proving that international relations can be both productive and delicious! During a recent meeting in Lima, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Peruvian President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism, highlighting the importance of the United Nations in addressing global issues. The leaders have found common ground in their shared vision for international cooperation, setting the stage for a stronger partnership aimed at tackling pressing challenges faced by both nations.

Anwar Ibrahim not only brought his diplomatic charm to Peru but also shared his tasty vision for the future by proposing to turn Peru into a gateway for halal products in Latin America. With Chancay Port being developed as a strategic pathway for these goods, there’s no doubt that Peruvian consumers may soon experience the delightful taste of Malaysia’s culinary gems, from satay to rendang. In addition, the Malaysian PM received Peru's highest honor, the “El Sol del Peru,” showcasing the respect and esteem held between the two nations and inaugurating a new chapter in their bilateral relations.

But it’s not just about tasty treats and formal ceremonies. Anwar also launched Yinson's solar park in Peru, emphasizing the importance of renewable energy and urging robust collaborations for a sustainable future. The move is a vital component of Malaysia's strategy to strengthen ties with the Global South, demonstrating that both nations are not just serious about their economic ties, but also about making a significant impact on environmental conservation.

As the world watches, a new chapter unfolds in South-East Asian and Latin American relations! With Google presenting its AI innovations at the APEC summit in Lima, the synergy between technology, trade, and diplomacy is becoming more evident. Peru is not only setting trends with its new Chancay port, which signifies a paradigm shift in Sino-Latin American trade relations, but is also cultivating a friendship with Malaysia that promises to yield fruitful results on both ends.

Did you know? The Chancay Port project is part of China's Belt and Road Initiative and is expected to bolster trade significantly, contributing to Peru's economy and enhancing its global standing. Moreover, Malaysia's halal food market is projected to reach USD 24 billion by 2027, making this partnership with Peru not just unique, but a potentially lucrative venture for both nations!

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Malaysia, Peru pledge strong commitment to multilateralism to tackle ... (Malay Mail)

LIMA, Nov 14 — Malaysia and Peru have reiterated their strong commitment to multilateralism, with the United Nations at its core, and shared similar views ...

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Anwar: Malaysia plans to make Peru halal product gateway in Latin ... (New Straits Times Online)

LIMA (Peru): Malaysia has stated its commitment to strengthening economic relations with Peru, including developing Chancay Port as a strategic pathway for ...

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Anwar receives Peru's highest honour El Sol del Peru (The Borneo Post)

LIMA (Nov 14): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received Peru's highest honour, the “El Sol del Peru”, in recognition of his role as head of ...

JOINT STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ... (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia)

JOINT STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF PERU, HER EXCELLENCY DINA ERCILIA BOLUARTE ZEGARRA, AND THE PRIME MINISTER OF MALAYSIA, HONOURABLE DATO' ...

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Anwar launches Yinson's solar park in Peru, calls for robust collab to ... (The Edge Markets MY)

LIMA, Peru (Nov 13): Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday stressed the importance of strengthening ties with the Global South, ...

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US downplays impact as China, Peru set to update trade pact, open ... (Voice of America)

As China and Peru prepare to sign an updated free-trade agreement at this year's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping is ...

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American Private Sector: The impact of Google in Peru (US Embassy in Peru - USEmbassy.gov)

In Lima, Google is participating in the Economic Leaders Week of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum (APEC). The American company shared how AI can ...

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Reporter's Notebook: Peru Unveils Chancay Port at APEC Summit ... (Caixin Global)

The APEC Summit venue in Lima, Peru, on Nov. 12, 2024. A new chapter in Sino-Latin American trade and development opened this week with the official opening of ...

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Peru sees new port open (China Daily)

After signing a memorandum of understanding on the Belt and Road cooperation in 2019, China and Peru began construction of the Chancay port project in 2021.

China's president will unveil a megaport in Peru, but locals say they ... (Livemint)

The megaport of Chancay, a $1.3 billion project majority-owned by the Chinese shipping giant Cosco, is turning this outpost of bobbing fishing boats into an ...

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Peruvian President Boluarte highlights strong diplomatic relations ... (The Sun Daily)

LIMA (Peru): Peruvian President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra highlighted the strong diplomatic relations between Peru and Malaysia on Wednesday durin...

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Malaysia offers two scholarships to Peru students [WATCH] (New Straits Times Online)

In a joint statement, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Peru's President Dina Boluarte highlighted the importance of enhancing collaboration between ...

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Peru honours PM Anwar with prestigious order (Malay Mail)

LIMA, Nov 14 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that he is deeply honoured to be conferred the prestigious Order of the Sun of Peru, ...

From China to Peru: origin and meanings -Ecns.cn (ecns)

(ECNS) -- “From China to Peru”, an English idiom mentioned by Chinese President Xi Jinping in a keynote speech during the the 2016 APEC Economic Leaders' ...

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Peru's Velarde on Fighting Inflation (Bloomberg)

Julio Velarde, president of Peru's central bank, talks about how the countries have suffered a lot from hyperinflation, and have learned they cannot ...

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Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the Foreign Minister of Peru (ASEAN)

In his first engagement during his visit to Lima, Peru, for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting, Secretary-General of ASEAN, ...

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Joint Communique Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Peru ... (US Embassy in Peru - USEmbassy.gov)

The Republic of Peru and the United States of America share a strategic partnership based on common values and principles, with a rich and diverse bilateral ...

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China ready to champion true multilateralism with Peru: Xi - Global ... (Global Times)

During the visit, Xi will hold talks with Peruvian President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra for an in-depth exchange of views on bilateral relations and ...

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China's President to Unveil Megaport in Peru (Jakarta Globe)

The megaport of Chancay is a $1.3 billion project majority-owned by the Chinese shipping giant Cosco.

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Xi Jinping arrives in Peru for Apec, poised to sign 30 bilateral ... (South China Morning Post)

A focal point of his visit will be the virtual inauguration of the South American country's US$3.5 billion port funded by Beijing.

Xi says his visit to take China-Peru comprehensive strategic ... (新华网)

LIMA, Nov. 14 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday said he believes that with the joint efforts of both sides, the visit will take the ...

Xi arrives in Lima for state visit to Peru, APEC meeting (The State Council of the People's Republic of China)

LIMA, Nov. 14 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived here Thursday for a state visit to Peru and the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting.

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China opens huge port in Peru to extend its reach in Latin America (The Washington Post)

The port opening in Chancay underscores China's growing clout in a region that once looked primarily to the United States for economic opportunity.

Interview: Xi's visit to further advance Peru-China all-around ... (People's Daily Online)

LIMA, Nov. 13 (Xinhua) -- Peru highly regards its relations with China, and Chinese President Xi Jin.

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Starting Latin America trip, Xi Jinping opens huge port in Peru ... (Reuters)

Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a week-long diplomatic blitz of South America on Thursday by inaugurating a massive deep-water port in Peru, ...

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Malaysia ready to help Peru in Islamic matters, halal certification (New Straits Times Online)

LIMA: Malaysia is ready to assist Peru in Islamic matters, including halal certification, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

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China's president unveils a megaport in Peru, but locals say they're ... (The Associated Press)

A remote fishing town on the edge of Peru's coastal desert is the site for a $1.3 billion megaport majority-owned by the Chinese shipping giant Cosco.

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US urges vigilance on Chinese investment as Xi opens Peru port (The Straits Times)

LIMA - The United States on Nov 14 called on Latin American nations to be vigilant of Chinese investment as President Xi Jinping was inaugurating a major ...

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Starting Latin America trip, Xi Jinping opens huge port in Peru ... (The Edge Markets MY)

LIMA (Nov 14): Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a week-long diplomatic blitz of South America on Thursday by inaugurating a massive deep-water port in ...

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Xi arrives in Lima for state visit to Peru, APEC meeting - Global Times (Global Times)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived here Thursday for a state visit to Peru and the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting.

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China's prez unveils megaport in Peru, locals say they're being left out (Business Standard)

On the edge of Peru's coastal desert, a remote fishing town where a third of all residents have no running water is being transformed into a huge deep-water ...

US urges vigilance on Chinese investment as Xi opens Peru port (Free Malaysia Today)

The US$3.5 billion complex will allow South American nations to bypass US and Mexican ports in trade with Asia.

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