13:00 | Panama City (Panama), Jan. 29.
On the opening day of the
International Economic Forum – Latin America and the Caribbean 2026, organized by the
Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) in Panama City, Peru positioned itself as a regional benchmark for macroeconomic strength, sharing experiences and strategies aimed at boosting private investment, raising productivity, and consolidating sustained economic growth across the region.
The
Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) reported that Peru's participation underscored the importance of macroeconomic stability as a foundation for competitiveness, regional integration, and the creation of development opportunities.
"The Peruvian experience shows that sustained macroeconomic discipline over time builds confidence, resilience, and investment opportunities," Economy and Finance Minister Denisse Miralles highlighted.
"Our country has maintained its investment-grade rating for 17 consecutive years and has returned to compliance with the fiscal rule, reaffirming its commitment to responsible public-finance management and long-term economic stability," she added.
Minister Miralles stressed that the Transitional Government, led by President Jose Jeri, prioritizes fiscal sustainability as a central pillar of economic policy.
"Balancing fiscal revenues and public spending is essential to sustain public investment, stimulate private investment, and respond to growing social demands. Fiscal sustainability is not an end in itself, but a tool to ensure development and well-being for the population," she stated.
The government official recalled that spending-efficiency measures were implemented during 2025's final quarter, enabling the country to meet the fiscal deficit target of 2.2% of GDP, while promoting the Fiscal Agreement for Sustainable Growth as a medium-term roadmap to safeguard the stability of public finances.
The Cabinet member noted that the central objective of economic policy is to translate macroeconomic stability into tangible improvements in the population's quality of life.
In that regard, she explained that MEF's actions are aimed at raising productivity, streamlining administrative procedures, strengthening fiscal discipline, as well as accelerating job creation and economic development across Peruvian regions, while promoting more inclusive and decentralized growth.
During yesterday's session, Minister Miralles held bilateral meetings with international organizations and financial sector representatives, with the aim of strengthening cooperation, attracting investment, and consolidating opportunities for productive development.
At her meeting with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), progress on rural development and family farming projects was highlighted; talks with the Peruvian Association of Banks (Asbanc) focused on initiatives to strengthen the financial system; and talks with Freeport-McMoRan Inc. representatives underscored Peru's potential as a world-class destination for mining investment.
Likewise, the minister took part in the CAF Board of Directors' meeting, where the bank's strategic guidelines through 2031 were reviewed following the re-election of Sergio Diaz-Granados as Executive President.
The discussions highlighted CAF's role as a key platform for regional integration, development financing, and the coordination of shared economic agendas across Latin America and the Caribbean.
"Peru's participation in this forum reaffirms our commitment to a results-based regional integration grounded in greater investment and sustainable growth. Platforms like this make it possible to align shared agendas, mobilize strategic financing, and build partnerships that drive economic development not only in Peru, but also across Latin America and the Caribbean," she concluded.
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Publicado: 29/1/2026