Representatives of the European Union and countries from Europe, the Americas, and Asia highlighted Peru's key role in the world mining market for the global energy transition, the
Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem) reported.
The government official indicated that Peru has a major strength thanks to its polymetallic nature and is also addressing new short-term challenges, including digital transformation and reducing bureaucratic red tape.
EU
During the roundtable, the European Union representative said demand for critical minerals is central to the international agenda and recognized Peru as a key global producer for the energy transition.
Likewise, he underscored that ESG criteria—covering environmental, social, and governance aspects—will help achieve sustainable end products.
UK
In turn, the United Kingdom representative highlighted his country's close relationship with Peru—a producer of copper and zinc—as well as the South American country's reliability as a partner.
Similarly, the official underlined the importance of renewable energy and efficient regulation during the exploration stage.
The Netherlands
The representative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands proposed three pillars for building mutually beneficial partnerships: international cooperation, investment in sustainability, and education for digitalization.
Furthermore, he underscored the need for a comprehensive vision in which water and energy extend beyond the lifespan of mining projects.
Malaysia
Meanwhile, Malaysia's delegate expressed support for maintaining a high level of collaboration and strengthening resilient value chains.
He said the current challenge is to produce sustainably, enhance industrial capabilities, and build trust through collaborative competitiveness.
Brazil
The representative of Brazil praised Peru's geological potential and emphasized the need for mining to generate tangible benefits for local communities.
Moreover, he said the Brazilian policy seeks not only to export minerals but also to foster specialized industries, while taking climate impacts into account.
The outcome of the talks reaffirmed the participating nations' commitment to continue promoting environmentally and socially sustainable mining investment, strengthen international cooperation, generate added value, and develop specialized industries so that the sector's benefits are reflected in local communities.
It also underscored the importance of efficient regulation to ensure trust and stability, as well as of consolidating education and digitalization as new strategic pillars for the sector's future.
(END) NDP/MDV/MVB
Publicado: 26/6/2026