Japan and Peru Confirm Enhanced Cooperation on Mineral Resources

Japanese Foreign Minister, who is visiting Central and South America, held talks with Foreign Minister in Peru on May 3. The two foreign ministers agreed on a policy of strengthening cooperation between the governments and the people in the economic field, including mineral resources, as Peru is gaining importance as a producer of copper and zinc. The two also confirmed further strengthening of bilateral ties in view of the 150th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries this year.