The Vice President spoke by phone today with President Ollanta Humala of Peru.  The two leaders noted the importance of U.S.-Peru relations and reviewed progress on joint commitments from President Humala’s June 2013 visit to Washington, including their agreement to finalize the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations this year.  They also discussed a range of bilateral issues, including economic cooperation and partnership efforts to promote citizen security in the Western Hemisphere.  The Vice President also reaffirmed that the United States remains a committed friend and partner of Peru and looks forward to further deepening cooperation.