Moquegua, Arequipa, Ancash, and Apurimac accounted for 48.5% of mining investment in Peru during the first five months of 2025, consolidating their position as strategic hubs for mining development and key drivers of national economic growth.
According to the
Ministry of Energy and Mines' (Minem) Mining Statistical Bulletin (BEM), these four regions are leading the sustained progress of the mining sector, with figures that demonstrate business confidence and investment dynamism.
Moquegua remained the main destination for mining investment, with US$276 million, equivalent to 15% of the national total.
This result is explained by the activity of companies such as Anglo American Quellaveco, Compañia de Minas Buenaventura, and Southern Peru Copper Corporation, which are carrying out operations in strategic projects in the region.
Next is Arequipa, which accumulated US$220 million —equivalent to 11.9% of the national total— also recording a 20.2% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
The boost came mainly from Minera Zafranal, which continues investing in the "CMZ 3" Economic Administrative Unit.
Minem reported that Ancash ranked third, with an investment of US$199 million, representing 10.79% of the national total.
Apurimac ranked fourth with US$198 million (equivalent to 10.76%) and stood out for recording a year-on-year growth of 45.5% —the highest among Peru's main mining regions.
This strong performance was led by Southern Peru Copper Corporation, which continues strengthening its operations in strategic concessions such as "Chanca 5," "Chanca 6," and "Chanca 7."
The BEM results prove that Peru is making steady progress in strengthening its mining industry, with regions playing an increasingly prominent role in attracting investment and generating employment, infrastructure, as well as development opportunities for their populations.