Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru
13:34 | Lima, Apr. 21.
At the event, the Head of State was joined by Foreign Affairs Minister Allan Wagner.
This summit brings together the Heads of State and Government of the 22 Ibero-American countries under the slogan Innovation for sustainable development. 2030 Goal. Ibero-America facing the challenge of coronavirus.
It addresses central current issues such as economic recovery, access to vaccines, and the impacts of the health crisis on the most vulnerable groups.
At this meeting, leaders are expected to approve the Declaration of Heads of State and Government, the Andorran Commitment on Innovation for Sustainable Development, the Summit Action Program, as well as various special announcements.
Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru
14:45 | Lima, Apr. 21.
The top official highlighted the importance of multilateralism in the fight against coronavirus, so that global response to this health crisis is collective, supportive, and transparent.
In this regard, the statesman appreciated the support for the Special Communiqué that includes the Peruvian proposal to establish multilateral mechanisms, which share the risks derived from the acquisition or administration of vaccines against the pandemic in financial or insurance operations, supported by financial organizations such as the Inter-American Development Bank or other specialized organizations.
Likewise, Mr. Sagasti emphasized promoting Ibero-American cooperation, South-South and triangular cooperation, as instruments with great potential to complement national efforts with a view to overcoming critical deficiencies in fields such as science, technology, and innovation.