India Strengthens Ties with Strategic Visits to Colombia and Peru

Secretary (East) P Kumaran will visit Colombia and Peru from August 21 to 26, 2025, to enhance bilateral relations. The visit aims to explore opportunities in trade, energy, IT, and more, underscoring India's commitment to deepening engagement with Latin America and the Caribbean.

P Kumaran, Secretary (East) in India's Ministry of External Affairs, is set to embark on a strategic visit to Colombia and Peru from August 21 to 26, 2025. The focus of the visit is to assess and advance the growing bilateral relations between India and these Latin American nations.

According to an MEA release, Kumaran is scheduled to meet with high-ranking officials and ministers in both countries. Discussions will cover various key sectors, including trade, commerce, mining, energy, health, pharmaceuticals, defense, and IT. The visit is poised to solidify India's role and partnership in the region, emphasizing mutual interests on a bilateral, regional, and multilateral level.

The Secretary is also expected to engage with business leaders and think tanks, fostering deeper economic and intellectual ties. India views Colombia and Peru as significant partners in South America, with healthy trade relations and potential for expansion in areas such as critical minerals and rare earths. India's commitment to enhancing its engagement in the Western Hemisphere is further demonstrated by this visit.

(With inputs from agencies.)