Washington D.C. —Peru’s Ambassador to the United States, Alfredo Ferrero, recently met with Jaime Saavedra, the World Bank’s Human Development Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, at the World Bank headquarters. Their discussion focused on advancing Peru’s educational agenda and enhancing connections with Peruvian professionals living in the United States.
The meeting explored ways to promote networking among Peruvian professionals in the U.S., expand scholarship opportunities, and strengthen educational partnerships between Peru and the United States. Ambassador Ferrero, drawing on his experience as a former Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism, highlighted Peru’s efforts to develop international collaboration in education. His role as Peru’s representative in Washington, D.C., allows him to champion these initiatives.
Jaime Saavedra, who previously served as Peru’s Minister of Education, brought valuable insights from his tenure and his work at the World Bank. His expertise in human development and education policy shaped discussions on creating opportunities for knowledge sharing and career development for Peruvians abroad.
The dialogue focused on scholarship programs, with both parties exploring the possibility of expanding existing initiatives and creating new ones to support Peruvian students and professionals in the U.S. Strengthening educational ties between the two countries also emerged as a priority, including potential collaborations between institutions, exchange programs, and joint research.
Peru’s broader strategy to enhance its human capital through global education and professional experiences aligns with the goals discussed during this meeting. Initiatives like this build on the strong relationship between Peru and the United States, supported by organizations such as the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce.
As APEC Leaders’ Week continues in Lima, this meeting reflects Peru’s proactive approach to leveraging international forums for advancing education and professional development. These discussions are expected to pave the way for stronger partnerships between Peru and the United States, benefiting students, professionals, and institutions across both nations.
