Peru celebrates its 201st independence today (July 28), which is considered one of the most important national holidays of the country, and it is the one that brought it the features of unity and the beginnings of stability on the path of a unified state, a national commemoration celebrated by the whole country in a territory of more than 1mn sq km, and its people in all Peruvian cities and of the 3mn Peruvian community around the world. 
We emphasise that the National Day of Peru is not only a date for celebration, because it’s a great message that we do not retreat from dreams, no matter the difficulties, and much more beautiful than withdrawing from them. 
Across the country there are special Fiestas Patrias events, concerts, cultural activities, fairs, parades, parties, special offers and discounts during July and cities and buildings are covered in the Peruvian national colours red and white.
The official main event will be a speech by the president in Plaza De Armas to the Peruvian people, going over the state of the nation and progress made during the preceding year, which is followed by a “Te Deum” mass led by the Archbishop of Lima. In election years, this is also the day the president is sworn in and formally assumes his duties as leader of the nation.
Allow me to mention that Peru and Qatar have excellent ties; both countries are working hard to enhance our relations in every mutual sector. We are working on a comprehensive investment agreement, and also promoting our ties with Qatar in education, culture, health and sports fields.
Qatar-Peru relations are based on political and diplomatic co-operation. Qatar is a relevant actor in the international politics and diplomatic relations. 
Both nations are reinforcing multilateralism, which allows the two nations to maintain peace and unite for common objectives and interests, as well as to promote a positive image of our countries.
Furthermore, both nations share principles in their foreign policies, such as:
•The recognition of the sovereign equality of states.
•The proscription of the threat and the use of force in international relations, which threatens the territorial integrity or political independence.
•Non-intervention in matters of internal jurisdiction of other states, either directly or indirectly.
•The pacific solution of international controversies based on the sovereign equality of states. 
•Subjection to international law as a norm of conduct in international relations.
•Equality of rights and self-determination of peoples, as well as the right to freely choose their political, economic and social system.
•The defence of human rights, and the interpretation of laws in accordance with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and ratified treaties on this matter.
•The promotion of peace, security, co-operation and development in the various spheres of international relations.


Peru has similar objectives with “Qatar National Vision 2030”, officially released in October 2008, whose main goal is to transform Qatar into an advanced society capable of achieving sustainable development. 
Peru was undergoing massive economic improvement in the last year as well and we have the third lowest inflation rate at the regional level. In Latin America, inflation in our country will be positioned in third place during the next year with 3.3%, project that inflation in Peru will occupy the second place in 2024 with 2.9% and with 2.7% in 2025.
It’s significant to say that our relations were formalised on November 7, 1989, establishing our embassies in Doha and Lima, in 2011 and 2012. The relations have extended its strength after the official visit made by His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani in February 2013 to Lima and the official visit of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani to Lima on October 2, 2018. 
I have found a similarity in many ways between Peru and Qatar; for example, the contribution of Arabic to the Spanish languages, the influence of the Arabic gastronomy to the Peruvian cuisine, the Arabic origins of the Peruvian Paso horse, the Arabic camel links with the camelids of South America, and the value of the Arabic community in Peru.
We have built a country proud of its roots with a mountain range and a coast in front of the Pacific Ocean with countless riches. On the coast, the Culture of Caral is 5,000 years old. We have the world’s wonder of Machu Picchu, and the enigma of Nazaca Lines. 
Finally, we have to express our gratitude to Qatar and its authorities who have enabled Peruvians to have a remarkable experience in all the international events that we participated in, as well as the political summits, energy, cultural and sports events — football, athletics, swimming, shooting, squash, table tennis among others. Undoubtedly, Qatar will host an unforgettable edition of the 2022 World Cup.
Peruvians, on this National Anniversary, express our sincere recognition and gratitude to the State of Qatar under the leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, and its people, for its constant generosity towards helping many countries and nations in need that require not only financial support but also a strong ally to count on as an acquired right within the international community. 
On this special anniversary of our independence and on behalf of all the Peruvian citizens, we would like to invite you to visit a diverse country, with unique nature; it is home to 84 of the world’s ecosystems. At the same time, Peru is one of the world’s premier countries in terms of exclusive flora and fauna in its main regains: the Costa on the west; Andes in the centre; and the immense Amazonia, on the east.
When there is a friendship, the relationship of two nations endures over time for the good of their population, Peru, and Qatar forever together!!!!


Ambassador’s message



Jose Benzaquen Perea

Today, July 28, the Peruvians celebrate their country’s 201st Independence Day, historic unity, and the beginnings of stability on the path of a unified republic; in view of that I would like to extend my heartfelt felicitations to our community, which has a great opportunity to work in Qatar, accompanied by their family.
On this anniversary, we should remember our heroes who made it possible with their ideas of liberty to enable our country to thrive as a democracy.
The Peruvian nation is today fully united and determined and has been confronted with challenges along the way; however, we have successfully overcome adversity by unswerving faith and resilience in our commitment to a modern democracy.  
Peruvians overseas are playing their roles in the progress and development of our country by following the principles of unity faith, and patriotism. 
Peru and Qatar have enjoyed cordial relations based on the same principles of freedom and common political and diplomatic objectives; as we share principles and issues in our foreign policies as well as Peru will continue to support Qatar accordingly to strengthen the bilateral friendship which formalised on November 7, 1989, and enhanced when we established our embassies in Doha and Lima, in 2011 and 2012, respectively.
The positive engagement and the friendly work of both countries have led to a substantial boost in bilateral issues in all fields, including economics, commercial, investment spheres, education, health, and sport. 
We also recognise the relevance and leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, who has contributed significant humanitarian actions to the international community including Peru during the period of Covid-19.
We are witnessing the dynamic work of his government in the arena of multilateralism, with the promotion of human rights, peace in the world, the rights of the state, mediation between the nations, co-operation in favour of the people in necessity whilst observing the principles of international law.
May friendship between Peru and Qatar prosper; it is an honour to celebrate our independence day in a country that I admire — Qatar.