“With the signature of the Protocol of the Free Trade Agreement between Peru and Guatemala, we take a historical step towards a much deeper, fair and supportive commercial integration,” said the ruler.
He added that “this firm is not just an economic act; it is also a gesture of political will, shared vision and trust in the future.”
Boluarte also pointed out that the subscription of the protocol will benefit the micro, small and medium enterprises that, they indicated, represent more than a third of their country’s exports to Guatemala.
“This agreement will provide them with the legal security framework, greater predictability and preferential access necessary so that MSMEs can continue to grow, innovating and conquering new markets,” he said.
In addition, he indicated that the protocol will benefit exports, mainly from grapes and palm oil, among other fruits.
“We will take flavor and quality to Guatemala, we will change your best products, which will enrich the offer for our consumers,” he said.
The president said that, in 2024, the commercial exchange between the two Latin American countries reached 250 million dollars, which represented an increase of 20.5 % compared to 2023.
“This growth consolidated Guatemala as the second commercial partner of Peru in Central America,” he said.
Boluarte said that the signature of the protocol represents a sign of trust, “because when trade is fair, it respects our identities and promotes shared development, it becomes a powerful tool for inclusion, employment and well -being.”
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“From the hand, Peru and Guatemala are sealing a commitment to development and brotherhood. That this firm inspires other countries in our region to build bridges, to build opportunities and to continue working for a more united and strong Latin America,” he concluded.
In turn, Minister León said that “the signature of this protocol will not only allow the entry of the FTA signed in 2011, but also projects Peru as a reliable partner, committed to multilateralism.”
“The FTA is an instrument for development, a means to create employment, improve the competitiveness of our companies, promote innovation and attract more investment to our productive sectors,” he said.
León reported that currently 366 Peruvian companies export to Guatemala and more than a third of them are MSMEs, so this treaty will allow national exports “to access a new market with preferences, promoting sectors such as metalworking.”
🇬🇹 Guatemala strengthens its presence in the region with the signing of the protocol that activates the Free Trade Agreement with Peru 🇵🇪. This act was chaired by the president of Peru, Dina Boluarte and the Minister of Economy, @Ggarciamineco who led the Guatemalan delegation in … pic.twitter.com/t2CCT7S1GM
– Economy Ministry (@minecogt) April 23, 2025