Peru–United Arab Emirates relations are the bilateral relations between Peru and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Both countries are members of the United Nations and the Non-Aligned Movement.
History
Both countries established relations on June 17, 1986. In 2011, Peru opened a consulate general and a commercial office in Dubai. The city is also home to a sizeable Peruvian community, the largest in an Arab country, and hosts the most Peruvian restaurants in the Middle East. In March 2016, the UAE opened an embassy in Lima.
High-level visits
High-level visits from Peru to the United Arab Emirates
Foreign Minister José Antonio García Belaúnde (2009) Economic Minister Luis Miguel Castilla (2013)
High-level visits from the United Arab Emirates to Peru
Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan (2009 & 2014)
Trade
The UAE is Peru's first commercial partner in the Arab world. In 2020, trade between both countries was valued at US$ 530 million. Peru is the UAE's second destination in South America for investments.
Travel
In 2023, both countries signed a travel agreement so that Emirates starts operating direct flights to Lima.
Resident diplomatic missions
Peru has a consulate general in Dubai. The UAE has an embassy in Lima.