Peruvian President Dina Boluarte called China’s Belt and Road Initiative a 'game-changer' during an exclusive interview with CMG in Beijing, spotlighting the under-construction Chancay port as Latin America’s next big trade nexus. 🚢⚓️
Why This Matters
Dubbed 'Chancay to Shanghai,' this $3.5B deep-water port near Lima will slash shipping times between Asia and South America by 10 days, creating what Boluarte describes as an 'economic bridge' for the Americas. Speaking to reporter Zou Yun, she emphasized: 'This isn’t just for Peru – it’s a transformation for our entire region.'
Tech & Ties
The president geeked out over China’s bullet trains and EVs 🚄🔋, while praising President Xi Jinping’s leadership as 'visionary' ahead of Peru’s APEC summit this November. 'China’s growth story inspires us all,' she added, highlighting plans for expanded tech collaboration.
APEC 2024 Alert
Mark your calendars: All eyes will be on Peru this fall as it hosts APEC leaders, including Xi. Boluarte teased 'major partnership announcements' and called the forum a 'catalyst for inclusive growth.' 🌐🤝
