Peru’s newly appointed foreign minister, Carlos Espá, says he plans to strengthen relations with the United States as he begins his term. Speaking after taking office, Espá described the U.S. as a “strategic partner” and said Peru will seek to deepen cooperation with Washington. The statements come as Peru’s new foreign minister assumes the role following the transition of leadership in the foreign ministry. According to the reports, Espá also indicated that he expects the relationship to expand in areas of mutual interest, reflecting Peru’s view of the U.S. as a key partner for its international engagement. The coverage presents the position as a continuation and reinforcement of broader Peru–U.S. diplomatic efforts, emphasizing alignment on shared strategic priorities. No figures or specific policy initiatives were provided in the excerpts, and details on timelines or the scope of proposed cooperation were not included in the available text.