In a global context marked by energy transition, Peruvian mining is consolidating as a structural pillar of the national economy and as the main source of foreign exchange, the
The value of mining products shipped abroad amounted to US$21.684 billion between January and May 2025, a 16.3% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
According to Minem's Mining Statistical Bulletin, this sector accounted for 66% of the country's total export value in 2025, consisting mostly of metallic minerals (64.7%) and, to a lesser extent, non-metallic minerals (1.2%).
The
cumulative value of mining and metallurgical exports has continued to rise, mainly in products such as copper, gold, zinc, and lead, with growth driven primarily by strong international prices and increased production volumes, Minem noted.
Collectively, these products account for 90.9% of mining shipments value and 60% of Peru's total exports, reaffirming their importance to the national economy and to the growing global demand for strategic minerals.
"Additionally, it acknowledges that mining activity drives economic growth, creating job opportunities and improving living conditions for the population, underscoring that the mining industry is a key component for Peru's fiscal sustainability and macroeconomic stability," the publication stated.
Thus,
Minem provides highly valuable statistical information on the Peruvian mining industry, highlighting the sector's continued growth during the first five months of 2025.
It also reaffirms its commitment to transparency, sustainability, and the promotion of responsible mining in the South American country.