This is the port project that Arequipa promotes and would position Peru as maritime leader on the South American coast

He Port Project in ArequipaPeru, is glimpsed as an ambitious initiative that could compete directly with the maritime terminals of Chile. This new Megapuertocurrently in the planning stage, it aims to boost exports of minerals and agricultural products, consolidating Peru’s position as an actor highlighted in international trade.

He port It has been designed to receive high -draft ships, which will expedite load operations more efficiently and quickly. This advance will not only facilitate the exchange of millions of products with Asian markets, but will also be positioned as a strategic point in the global trade panorama.

Puerto Corío is the project that Arequipa promotes in Peru

The port of Corío, located in the region Arequipais projected as a key logistics center with a design that contemplates the arrival of large ships, thus ensuring greater loading and unloading capacity. This project will be integrated into the important investment for Peruvian ports, attracting international attention towards this large -scale initiative.

For him Puerto de Corío reach its maximum potential, the development of roads and railways that connect it with the main production and consumption nuclei is essential. This infrastructure is crucial to guarantee the viability of merchandise transport. The progress and success of the project will depend on the interest of international investors, highlighting the opportunity to establish strategic alliances with companies from China and the United States.

Puerto Corío de Arequipa could be in the sight of Chinese investors

During the APEC 2024 forum, Julio Cáceres, president of the Arequipa Chamber of Commerce and Industry, revealed in an interview with RPP which Chinese officials showed a clear interest in investing in the Corío megaport and stressed the importance of this project within the economic agenda of the region.

According to Cáceres, at least four Chinese companies have approached the Regional Government of Arequipa with the intention of participating in their development. “I have reserved information that there are 4 Chinese companies that have approached the regional government and have interest in the development of Corío Megapuerto,” he said.

On the other hand, Cáceres said that the Regional Government of Arequipa, through the United States Embassy, ​​has made approaches to attract North American investments to the project. The official said that China has decided to bet on investing in Peru and other nations of the continent.

Source: Larepublica

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