Press Releases
XVI International Mining Meeting
XVI SIMPOSIO: SNMPE Calls for Action with A National Vision That Transcends Changes in Authorities
During the closing speech, the president of the SNMPE, Julia Torreblanca, pointed out that it is urgent to build State policies that guarantee legal certainty, sustained investment, and the exploitation of the mining-energy
Diego Ortega at the XVI SIMPOSIO: “Peru Must Move from Talk to Action to Strengthen the Sustainability and Competitiveness of The Mining Sector”
Diego Ortega, president of the country's foremost mining conference, summarized three days of transformative discussions and cautioned that Peru's historic opportunity is not assured; it will depend on the country's prompt response to
XVI SIMPOSIO: SNMPE Paid Tribute to Julio Velarde for His Contribution to The Macroeconomic Stability of Peru
The mining and energy sector highlighted the professional profile of the president of the Central Reserve Bank of Peru (BCRP), as well as the autonomy and technical expertise of this entity, which contributes
Julio Velarde at the XVI SIMPOSIO: “With the Mining Projects in Its Portfolio, Peru Could Double Its Copper Production and Surpass Chile”
The president of the Central Reserve Bank of Peru (BCRP) stated that the current cycle of high mineral prices represents a historic opportunity to accelerate private investment, unblock projects, and restore competitiveness. He
XVI SIMPOSIO: Illegal Mining Is Not Only an Environmental or Economic Problem; It Is a Phenomenon That Violates Human Rights
Illegal mining cannot be understood solely as an environmental or economic problem, but as a phenomenon of organized crime and citizen security that requires a comprehensive and systemic approach, as well as the
XVI SIMPOSIO: Regional Trade Associations Call for Prioritizing Legal Stability to Compete for Critical Metals Globally
During the debate that brought together representatives from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru, Angela Grossheim (SNMPE) cautioned that excessive regulation and administrative obstacles reduce competitiveness in the face of the urgent need to
XVI SIMPOSIO: Proposals to Expedite Permits and Consolidate the Exchange of Technical Information to Boost Mining Exploration in Peru
At the panel “Opportunity and Challenge: Mining Exploration in Peru”, specialists agreed that the country must expedite permits and share geological information. to attract capital and investment.
Integrated Water Management: Key to Modern and Sustainable Mining
Innovation, international cooperation, and knowledge transfer emerge as key factors for Peruvian mining to move towards efficient and responsible water management.
Joe Mazumdar at the XVI SIMPOSIO: Peru Maintains A “High Geological Potential” To Attract Long-Term Mining Investment
The editor and analyst of Exploration Insights highlighted that the country must make better use of its mining portfolio.
Gold Traceability and Processing Plant Supervision: Key Strategies for Strengthening Responsible Mining in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM)
Within the framework of the XVI SIMPOSIO, the Embassy of Switzerland and Swiss Better Gold highlighted the importance of gold traceability to guarantee its formal origin and facilitate access to responsible international markets.
XVI SIMPOSIO: BHP Proposes Democratizing Artificial Intelligence to Increase Productivity and Capital Efficiency in Mining
Iván López, VP Value Engineering at BHP, pointed out that the technological transformation of the mining sector requires combining artificial intelligence, digital twins, machine learning, reinforcement learning, and systems thinking to test scenarios,
XVI SIMPOSIO: Latin America Has the Opportunity to Become a Key Supplier of Minerals Critical for the Energy Transition, according to Paul Mitchell
Paul Mitchell, Global Mining & Metals Leader at EY Global, argued that the region must act in an integrated manner, attract capital, share infrastructure, and build value chains to take advantage of its
Google at the XVI SIMPOSIO: Artificial Intelligence Is the Global Operating System That Is Redefining Industrial Productivity
During the mining meeting, Diego Montoya, Google Cloud's Country Manager for Peru and Ecuador, highlighted the advances in AI in the industrial sector, as well as the deployment of autonomous assistants in field
XVI SIMPOSIO: Business Leaders Emphasize That Technology and Innovation Will Be Key to Raising the Competitiveness of Productive Sectors
Representatives from key sectors such as mining, construction, agribusiness, commercial aviation, and suppliers agreed that technological transformation allows for improvements in productivity, safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
XVI SIMPOSIO: Mining Companies Propose Strengthening Local Suppliers and Territorial Capacities to Transform Resources into Development
The roundtable “The challenge of transforming resources into development” emphasized that the main challenge for mining is to convert economic growth into tangible benefits for communities, through greater local business development, employment, training,
XVI SIMPOSIO: The Successful Transformation of The Mining Sector Requires Combining Technology and Long-Term Talent Management
Companies are promoting comprehensive value propositions to attract and retain talent.
XVI SIMPOSIO: IFC Highlights the Role of ESG Standards in Enabling World-Class Projects
The International Finance Corporation brought together specialists to discuss standards as a tool to reduce risks, strengthen confidence, facilitate access to capital, and improve the long-term viability of projects.
British Embassy Presents Study to Promote Territorial Development Corridor in Northern Peru
The initiative, developed in collaboration with the British Geological Survey, provides technical evidence to enhance territorial planning in Cajamarca and Lambayeque, identifying development opportunities beyond the mining sector.
XVI SIMPOSIO: Erik Heimlich Stated That Peru Possesses a Significant Opportunity to Develop Copper Projects
The Head of Copper and Zinc Markets at CRU Group emphasized that global demand for copper is expected to continue to rise, fueled by electrification, electric vehicles, and energy transition.
McKinsey: “The Future of Talent in Mining Will Be a Collaboration Between People, Artificial Intelligence, and Autonomous Systems”
Thibaut Larrat, a partner at McKinsey & Company, commented that the talent shortage has become one of the main risks to global mining competitiveness. He noted that artificial intelligence and automation will be
XVI SIMPOSIO: The Peruvian Electrical System Must Accelerate Transmission and Strengthen Resilience to Support New Mining Investments
Experts from the electricity sector and the business world agreed that Peru has competitive energy and a robust system, but needs to accelerate transmission, strengthen resilience, and plan with a comprehensive vision to
XVI SIMPOSIO: A National Policy Is Needed to Promote the Exploration of Critical Minerals in the Country
Peru needs to define which minerals are strategic for the country, improve the available information, and strengthen the institutional framework to take advantage of its potential in this field.
Carlos Batlle at the XVI SIMPOSIO: It Is Important to Strengthen the Institutional Framework to Guarantee the Development of the Electricity Sector
The Spanish expert pointed out that the future of the national industry depends on a modernization that integrates infrastructure, efficient transmission, and stable regulatory frameworks, taking advantage of lessons learned from other markets.
The European Union and Latin America Are Committed to Sustainable and Innovative Mining to Strengthen the Copper and Lithium Value Chains
Experts and authorities highlight the strategic value of Latin America and Peru in ensuring the responsible supply of critical minerals and generating innovative and sustainable value chains.
XVI SIMPOSIO: Mining Leaders Propose Synergies and Shared Infrastructure to Accelerate Investments in Peru
At the panel "Peruvian Mining: Strategies to Boost Production and Investment," executives from Southern Peru, Minsur, Buenaventura, and Glencore agreed on the need for state leadership, predictability, legal stability, and public-private collaboration to
Public-Private Partnerships: Key to The Sustainable Development of Mining Territories in Peru
Experts from the public and private sectors agree on the need to strengthen coordination and efficiency to ensure that mining drives territorial development.
XVI SIMPOSIO: Mining Sector Evaluates Actions to Accelerate Sustainable Investments
A panel moderated by María Julia Aybar analyzed the challenges of traceability in the face of illegal mining. Business leaders discussed the keys to streamlining project viability without compromising environmental standards.
XVI SIMPOSIO: Joaquín Proenza States That “Without Mining There Is No Energy or Digital Transition”
A professor at the University of Barcelona argued that sustainability must be a critical strategy for all mining operations, in a context of growing global demand for minerals critical to the energy transition
XVI SIMPOSIO: Peru Will Only Be Able to Take Advantage of the US$64 Billion Portfolio of Mining Projects If Urgent Reforms Are Implemented
During the roundtable discussion titled “Public Policy Proposals for the Mining Sector 2026–2031,” representatives from the private sector and international organizations agreed that Peru needs to remove obstacles to mining projects.
XVI SIMPOSIO: Peru Needs a Long-Term Strategy to Turn the Mining Boom into Sustainable Development
During the SIMPOSIO – XVI International Mining Meeting, global economist Dambisa Moyo argued that Peru must strengthen its domestic market, build a narrative of inclusive growth