August 13, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada

Canada’s close relationship with Peru, Colombia and, more broadly, South America, is key to advancing economic security, democratic values and climate resilience.

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), concluded a visit to Peru and Colombia to reinforce existing partnerships and explore new opportunities for collaboration in trade, climate action and inclusive growth. In total, he announced $77.6 million in new projects for Peru, Colombia and other South American countries—reinforcing Canada’s commitment to regional stability and prosperity.

While in Peru, Secretary Sarai travelled to Lamas, Shampuyacu, Moyobamba and Tarapoto to visit Canadian-supported projects delivering climate action and inclusive economic development and to foster trade with Canada.

In Lamas, Secretary Sarai visited a women-led business supported by Canadian programming and announced COMPETE, a new $5-million initiative by Trade Facilitation Office Canada to help women-led small and medium-sized enterprises become export-ready.