Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Peru Considers $6 Billion Mining Projects Amidst Protests
Peru's government is considering whether to allow 134 new mining projects, which could bring in $6 billion.
The President, Dina Boluarte, said this in a speech.
The government wants more money from mining, which is a big part of their economy.
There have been protests by some miners, and the government is also working on a plan to help small miners get better funding.
At the same time, the government is also working with Ecuador to transport oil.
Peru is evaluating 134 mining projects, representing a $6 billion investment.
President Dina Boluarte announced the project evaluation in an address to Congress.
The government seeks to increase revenue from the mining industry.
Informal miners launched protests and blocked a transport corridor.
Boluarte also announced a deal with Ecuador for oil transport.
- Who
- President Dina Boluarte and the Peruvian government.
- What
- Peru is evaluating 134 mining projects.
- When
- Announced on Monday by President Dina Boluarte.
- Where
- Peru.
- Why
- To boost revenues from the mining industry.
Government's Stance
Miners' Stance
Mining Project Authorization
Government's Stance
Support for authorization of 134 mining projects.
Miners' Stance
Informal miners protested and blocked a transport corridor used by major miners.
- Number of Projects
- 134
- Estimated Investment
- $6 billion
- Announced by
- President Dina Boluarte
- Poverty Level
- Near 30%