Exchange of Diplomatic Notes concerning the Entry into Force of the Agreement between Japan and the Republic of Peru for an Economic Partnership

January 24, 2012
Japanese

The exchange of diplomatic notes concerning the entry into force of the Agreement between Japan and the Republic of Peru for an Economic Partnership took place in Lima, Republic of Peru, on Tuesday, January 23 (January 24 in Japan time). With this exchange of notes, the Agreement will enter into force on Thursday, March 1.
This Agreement promotes liberalization and facilitation of trade in goods and in services between Japan and the Republic of Peru, thereby enhancing bilateral partnership regarding economic activities, while also strengthening cooperation in various areas including competition and intellectual property.
It is expected that the entry into force of the Agreement will greatly invigorate both economies and further strengthen the relationship between the two countries.

(*The foregoing is a provisional translation. The date indicated above denotes the date of issue of the original press release in Japanese.)

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