In order to increase bilateral trade between Peru and Canada, the External Trade Center (CCEX) of the Lima Chamber of Commerce (CCL), in collaboration with the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Association (STEP), organized the Peru-Canadian Business Association Agricultural Sector Tour.
Eight Canadian companies exporting agricultural products participated in this meeting, and 23 Peruvian importing companies gathered. Negotiation projections of over $4 million USD have been generatedThus, 104 commercial appointments were made.
It is worth noting that the aforementioned ceremony was opened by A Canadian Ambassador to Peru Louis MarcotteHe stressed the importance of organizing these meetings, as they enhance cooperation between institutions and enhance trade relations between countries.
Likewise, he highlighted the commitment of Canadian companies to doing business with their Peruvian counterparts, to strengthen the free trade agreement between the two countries.
It should be noted that, In 2023, the trade balance between Peru and Canada reached $259 million Of these, 59 million are imports from Peru, with products such as lentils, beans, peas and others highlighted.
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Publication date: 04/26/2024
