Peru and South Korea Establish First Peru-Korea Brotherhood Day to Celebrate Bilateral Relations

On April 1, 2026, Peru will celebrate the first Peru-Korea Brotherhood Day, recognized by the Peruvian Congress to honor the bilateral relationship and the contributions of the Korean community in Peru. This date marks the initiation of diplomatic ties in 1963. The event will take place from March 27 to April 1, featuring a Korean fair with music, food, and a film cycle. Key partnerships include the Free Trade Agreement established in 2011, which has doubled trade to over $3 billion annually, and ongoing cooperation in defense and infrastructure projects.

Published Mar 23, 2026

Peru will commemorate its inaugural Peru-Korea Brotherhood Day on April 1, 2026, a recognition established by Congress to honor bilateral relations and the Korean community's contributions. This celebration, running from March 27 to April 1, includes a fair showcasing Korean culture, food, and entertainment.

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Diplomatic ties began in 1963, strengthened by a Free Trade Agreement in 2011, which has increased trade to over $3 billion annually. Major Korean firms like Samsung and Hyundai are expanding in Peru, particularly in defense and infrastructure, with joint projects such as shipbuilding and the construction of the International Airport of Chinchero.