Authorities and citizens of La Encañada (Cajamarca) participated in a workshop on mining and sustainable development
The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM), through the Mining Integration Program, held the Mining Replica Workshop for the San Andrés de Negritos community in the district of La Encañada, Cajamarca region, carrying out a training session for dozens of authorities and community members on aspects of responsible mining and sustainable development.
Loreto: MINEM boosts rural electrification project portfolio for S/ 850 million
The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) continues to promote measures to foster the energy development of Loreto, through the strengthening of the regulatory framework and projects that will improve electricity generation capacity and ensure a reliable and continuous service, benefiting thousands of families in the Amazonian region.
Silver production rose 4.51% in March, driven by Antamina and Chinalco
Silver production reached 301,672 fine kilograms in March 2026, a 4.51% increase driven by Antamina and Chinalco, according to MINEM.
MINEM and major mining companies agree on measures to advance 65 projects valued at US$63 billion
The Minister of Energy and Mines, Waldir Ayasta Mechán, led a high-level meeting with the CEOs of the main mining companies operating in the country, in an important space to strengthen public-private coordination and consolidate a modern, competitive, and sustainable mining sector that continues to generate development and opportunities for all Peruvians.
Zinc production fell by 5.91 million metric tons in March, though it maintained a year-to-date increase of 2.01 million metric tons
Domestic zinc production fell by 5.91% in March 2026 to 112,421 metric tons, although the cumulative total for the first quarter showed a 2.01% increase, according to MINEM.
Copper exports rose 53.31% in the first two months of 2026, reaching US$6.384 billion
Copper exports totaled US$6.384 billion in the first two months of 2026, a 53.31% increase driven by high international prices for the metal.
Arequipa Promotes Pioneering Mining and Metallurgical Park to Formalize Over 15,000 Artisanal Miners
During his participation in the 16th Symposium of the International Mining Encounter, held in Lima, the regional governor of Arequipa, Dr. Rohel Sánchez Sánchez, presented one of the country's most ambitious proposals to combat illegal mining: the creation of the Chaparra Mining and Metallurgy Park, a project that seeks to organize, modernize, and formalize artisanal mining activities.
Gold production fell by 5.11% in March, with Yanacocha leading national production
According to the MINEM Mining Statistics Bulletin, gold production fell by 5.11% in March 2026, while Yanacocha remained the country’s leading gold producer.
Mining and agriculture can coexist successfully through a responsible mining approach.
Twenty-six participants of the IV Mining Internship 2026, developed by the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM), from areas of mining influence in Ica and Piura strengthened their theoretical training with a field visit to Compañía Minera Condestable (CMC).
Copper production rose 3.81% in March, reaching 238,464 metric tons, driven by a larger contribution from Antamina
According to the MINEM Mining Statistics Bulletin, copper production rose by 3.81% in March to 238,464 metric tons, driven mainly by increased output from Antamina.