Peru: Mining investment exceeded US$1.443 billion between Jan and Apr 2025

On June 20, 2025, the Peruvian Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) reported that mining investments in the country reached US$1.443 billion during the first four months of 2025, signaling a continued recovery in the sector. This figure marks a steady year-on-year increase, driven primarily by advancements in exploration, infrastructure upgrades, and the development of key copper and polymetallic projects. The department of Moquegua led the regional rankings, accounting for 18.1% of total investments, followed by Ica and Arequipa, highlighting the south’s pivotal role in Peru’s extractive economy.