Peru expects to close 2025 with a new all-time export record and moves forward decisively in positioning itself as one of the world's most dynamic and open economies,
The government official highlighted the progress achieved in foreign trade, tourism, and the country's international promotion.
"Peru is going through one of its strongest periods in terms of exports, driven by the mining sector's solid performance and agro-exports' sustained growth, whose flagship products—such as blueberries, avocados, and grapes—have managed to consolidate their presence in major international markets," she indicated.
The Cabinet member added that efforts are also underway to identify new products.
"We estimate that 2025 will close with exports reaching US$89 billion, breaking a new export record," she underlined.
The Mincetur head said this outcome reflects the private sector's efforts, productive innovation, and an active trade policy that continues to open up opportunities for Peruvian exporters.
Long-term vision
Within this framework, Minister Mera underscored the long-term vision guiding Peru's foreign trade strategy.
"We are looking ahead to 2040, with the goal of being among the world's top five fruit-exporting countries. This objective is supported by major investment projects, the agricultural frontier's expansion, and logistics infrastructure strengthening, such as the Chancay Port, which is consolidating its role as a strategic gateway to Asia," Mera stated.
Peru's trade agenda remains highly dynamic. Currently, the South American country has 23 trade agreements in force. Besides, it is moving forward with negotiation, optimization, and modernization processes with strategic economies.
Among these, negotiations with India, the United Arab Emirates, and Thailand stand out—the latter already in its final stage—along with the optimization of existing agreements with China, Hong Kong, and Guatemala.
Likewise, Peru fosters negotiations and dialogue with Uruguay, El Salvador, and Argentina—the latter with a view to modernizing the existing trade agreement—in order to strengthen bilateral trade and create new opportunities for exporters in both countries.
Tourism
In the tourism sector, the minister highlighted the industry's sustained recovery and the strategy to diversify the country's offerings, aimed at expanding destinations beyond Machu Picchu and highlighting the value of Peru's natural, cultural, and religious heritage.
"This policy aims to better distribute tourist flows, generate greater benefits for regions, and offer differentiated experiences to diverse visitor segments," she stated.
Minister Mera referred to the official outlook for 2026, which estimates the arrival of around four million international tourists, gradually approaching pre-pandemic levels.
This recovery is being driven by intensive promotion in markets such as the United States, Europe, and countries in the region, as well as by growing interest from Asia.
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