The President of the Republic, Jose Jeri, met with a delegation from the Wallenberg Group and the Swedish Ambassador to Peru, to explore new investment opportunities in strategic sectors such as defense, telecommunications, and mining.
The meeting confirmed the reopening of Sweden’s resident Embassy in Peru this year.
“This diplomatic milestone reflects international confidence in our economy,” the Presidential Office stated via social media.
¡Gran noticia para nuestras relaciones bilaterales! ???????? El presidente José Jerí recibió a la delegación del Grupo Wallenberg y al Embajador de Suecia, cita en la que se confirmó la reapertura de la Embajada residente de Suecia en el Perú para el 2026. Este hito diplomático… pic.twitter.com/qduocYIYr9
— Presidencia del Perú ???? (@presidenciaperu) January 12, 2026
The Head of State also took part in the multisectoral fair “Más Cerca del Perú” (Closer to Peru), this time dedicated to Ica region. It was held at the Government Palace’s forecourt.
“This space highlights the work of artisans and entrepreneurs who preserve our cultural identity and strengthen the local economy, making visible the government’s drive for economic development rooted in identity,” the Presidential Office reported.
¡Cultura y emprendimiento nos unen en #MásCercaDeIca! ?
El presidente de la república, José Jerí, y la ministra de Comercio Exterior y Turismo, Teresa Mera, participaron en la feria multisectorial #MásCercaDeIca, que acerca a la ciudadanía al talento, la tradición y el esfuerzo… pic.twitter.com/lFyRO3zjdD
— Presidencia del Perú ???? (@presidenciaperu) January 12, 2026
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Publicado: 12/1/2026
