Peru delegation heads to Washington to negotiate U.S. tariff relief

Peru's trade minister is leading a delegation to Washington to discuss the 12.5% U.S. tariff on Peruvian goods, seeking to preserve access for non-traditional exports. The U.S. is Peru's second-largest trading partner, making the outcome significant for its export sector. The talks signal a diplomatic push to mitigate trade friction, though the likelihood of tariff reduction remains uncertain.