By MAIMBO MWEEMBA
Peruvian President Francisco Sagasti has commended Zambia for playing a vital role in promoting peace and security since independence.
President Sagasti said his government is commitment to building cordial trade relations with Zambia in Mining, Manufacturing, Textiles, Pharmaceutical and Agriculture.
President Sagasti was speaking in Lima, Peru when he received letters of credence from Zambia’s Ambassador to Brazil with extra-accreditation to Peru, Alfreda Mwamba.
“The presence of Zambia at the ceremony is significant for us and reflects the will to continue consolidating Peru’s presence in Zambia as an active and reliable partner and enhancing cooperation of the people and cultures, Peru is ready to open doors to consolidate stronger diplomatic cooperation in trade and investment,” he said.
And Dr Mwamba thanked the Peruvian President for accepting the letters of credence as Ambassador with extra-accreditation to Peru.
Dr Mwamba said Zambia appreciates the warm and friendly relations that exist between the two countries.
This is according to a statement issued to the by First Secretary Press and Public Relations at the Zambian embassy in Brazil, Grace Makowane.
