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Peru–South Korea relations

In this article, we will deeply explore the fascinating world of Peru–South Korea relations. From its origins to its relevance today, we will immerse ourselves in a journey that will allow us to thoroughly understand its impact on different aspects of society. We will analyze its influence in fields as diverse as culture, economics and politics, unraveling its multiple facets and its role in shaping the contemporary world. Through a comprehensive analysis, we will explore the challenges and opportunities that Peru–South Korea relations represents, as well as possible implications for the future. At the end of this journey, we hope to have given our readers a deeper and more complete understanding of Peru–South Korea relations, opening new perspectives to reflect and debate its importance in today's world.

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Peru–South Korea relations are the current and historical relations between the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Peru. Both countries are members of the United Nations and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and have resident embassies in each other's capital cities.

As of 2021, South Koreans in Peru represent 0.1% of the foreign population of the country, with 1,995 citizens reported to live in the country.[1]

History

Peru and South Korea established relations on April 1, 1963.[2] The Korean ambassador to Brazil was initially accredited to Peru, until an embassy in Lima was opened on August 1, 1971.[3] During the internal conflict in Peru, the embassy was targeted on two occasions.[4]

During the Japanese embassy hostage crisis, the Korean ambassador, Lee Won-young, was among the initial group of hostages held captive by the Túpac Amaru Revolutionary Movement armed group.[5]

In 2023, Peru and Korea celebrated the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.[6][7]

High-level visits

Korean Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn attending the 28th APEC Summit hosted in Lima.

High-level visit from Korea to Peru

High-level visit from Peru to Korea

Trade

Peru and Korea signed a free trade agreement in 2011 that entered into force two years later on March 1,[15] as well as a strategic alliance in 2012.[16] The signing of the FTA led to a 7.1% increase in bilateral trade between both states, reaching a total of US$ 2,780 million.[16] South Korea is one of the top 10 supplier markets in Peru.[17]

Peru is one of many countries where South Korean culture has experienced a surge of popularity,[16] and thus at least twenty Korean restaurants have opened in Lima as a result, becoming popular among locals.[18]

In 2023, Peru decided to import K808 White Tiger Armoured personnel carriers from South Korea, made by Hyundai Rotem.[19]

Resident diplomatic missions

The South Korean embassy in Lima in 2023.

See also

References

  1. ^ INEI 2021, p. 77.
  2. ^ "Relaciones Bilaterales Perú - República de Corea". Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores. Archived from the original on 2016-11-20. El inicio de las relaciones oficiales entre el Perú y la República de Corea se oficializó con el "Comunicado Conjunto de Establecimiento de Relaciones Diplomáticas entre la República del Perú y la República de Corea" suscrito el 1 de abril de 1963.
  3. ^ 에너지 자원 - 외교부 (in Korean). 외교부. 2008. pp. 46–47.
  4. ^ "APENDICE: CUADROS CRONOLOGICOS SOBRE LA VIOLENCIA POLITICA". Violencia política en el Perú: 1980-1988 (PDF) (in Spanish). Vol. 1. Lima: DESCO Centro de Estudios y Promoción del Desarrollo. 1989. pp. 1010, 1069.
  5. ^ Korea Focus on Current Topics. Vol. 5. Korea Foundation. 1997. p. 172. Korean Ambassador to Peru Lee Won-young is reported to be among the 340 hostages held by the Peruvian leftist guerilla group Tupac Amaru, which seized the Japanese ambassador's residence in Lima during a celebration in honor of the Japanese emperor's birthday on Dec. 17.
  6. ^ "Impulsan relaciones del Perú con Corea del Sur". El Peruano. 2023-04-16.
  7. ^ "Corea y Perú conmemoran los 60 años de amistad con una muestra del cine coreano en Lima". Korea.net. 2023-04-07.
  8. ^ "Presidenta de Corea del Sur llegó al Perú en visita oficial". América Noticias. 2015-04-18.
  9. ^ "S. Korea's PM to attend APEC gathering in place of president". Yonhap News. 17 November 2016.
  10. ^ Kimura, Rei (2005). Alberto Fujimori: el presidente que se atrevió a soñar (in Spanish). Felou. p. 91. ISBN 9789704900007. Uno de estos primeros paquetes de ayuda fue por 300 millones de dólares en créditos y donaciones que habían sido gestionados por Fujimori durante una visita oficial a Japón y Corea del Sur en junio de 1993.
  11. ^ Yoshiyama, Jaime (1993-05-28). "Resolución Legislativa N° 26194: Autorizan al Presidente de la República ausentarse del país con el fin de que viaje a las ciudades de Tokio, Seúl y Los Angeles" (PDF). El Peruano.
  12. ^ "Jefe de Estado llega a Corea en visita oficial de dos días". Andina. 2010-11-14.
  13. ^ "Presidente peruano, de visita oficial en Corea". KBS World. 2012-05-11.
  14. ^ "Vicepresidente Vizcarra se reúne con primer ministro de Corea del Sur". Andina. 2016-09-08.
  15. ^ "Entra en vigencia Tratado de Libre Comercio entre Perú y Corea del Sur". La República. 2011-08-01. Archived from the original on 2016-11-20.
  16. ^ a b c ""Somos socios al más alto nivel"". El Peruano. 2013-05-05.
  17. ^ "Perú y Corea del Sur: A 10 años del TLC". La Cámara. 2021-05-17.
  18. ^ Garay Rojas, Karina (2023-01-09). "Comida coreana, un boom de sabores que conquista al Perú". Andina.
  19. ^ www.hyundai-rotem.co.kr. "현대로템". 현대로템 (in Korean). Retrieved 2025-10-12.

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