This House resolution honors 200 years of formal diplomatic relations with Peru. It recounts key dates: Peru declared independence in 1821; the United States recognized Peru and appointed James Cooley as Charge d'Affaires in 1826; a Treaty of Friendship, Commerce, and Navigation was signed in 1851; relations were raised to embassy level in 1920; the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement began in 2009; and in 2026 Peru was designated a Major Non-NATO Ally. The resolution celebrates the long partnership, praises Peruvian American contributions, and calls for continued cooperation on democracy, regional security, and economic prosperity.
The resolution is a formal statement from the House that recognizes historical ties and encourages deeper cooperation with Peru. It commends Peruvian Americans and highlights trade and security links. The text does not describe changes to programs, funding, or law.
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Supporters say the resolution honors a long-standing relationship and recognizes Peru as an important partner for stability, democracy, and trade. It also commends the cultural and economic contributions of Peruvian Americans and reaffirms a desire to deepen cooperation on shared challenges.
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