Peru’s non-resident ambassador pays courtesy visit to Prime Minister Manele
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele MP on Friday extended his warm congratulations to Mr. Vitaliano Gallardo Valencia, non-resident Ambassador of Peru to the Solomon Islands.
Ambassador Gallardo Valencia, a seasoned diplomat with a career in the Peruvian Foreign Service since 1992, brings extensive international experience.
During the courtesy visit, Prime Minister Manele underscored the importance of this diplomatic milestone, noting that the establishment of formal relations between the two nations marked a significant step forward in bilateral cooperation.
Solomon Islands look forward to strengthening ties with Peru and working closely to explore new areas for collaboration, said Prime Minister Manele.
As Solomon Islands moves toward graduating from Least Developed Country, LDC, status by 2027, the relationship with Peru becomes even more vital,” said PM Manele.
Peru’s prominence as a global producer of minerals such as gold and copper presents exciting opportunities for Solomon Islands to explore partnerships in these areas.
“With Peru’s position as a top gold producer, there are valuable lessons to be learned from your experience. We hope to explore and increase engagements in mining and other industries such as agriculture, tourism, fisheries, trade and investment and forestry.
The Prime Minister accentuated Solomon Islands’ National Development Strategy (NDS) 2016–2035, which lays out the country’s priorities for inclusive economic growth, improved healthcare and education, environmental sustainability, and strong governance.
Ambassador Gallardo Valencia also emphasized the importance of promoting knowledge exchanges and training programs, particularly in the fields of manufacturing, agriculture, and eco-tourism, as both countries work towards sustainable development and economic diversification.
Prime Minister Manele expressed gratitude for Ambassador Gallardo Valencia’s commitment and extended best wishes as he embarks on his new assignment.
