India and Peru have always had friendly relations. PERUMIN 37 Mining Convention, one of the world's most important platforms for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration in the mining sector, is an opportunity Indian investors cannot afford to miss
This September, the Peruvian city of Arequipa will welcome thousands of industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to PERUMIN 37 Mining Convention, one of the world's most important platforms for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration in the mining sector. Scheduled from 22 to 26 September 2025, this global event presents an extraordinary opportunity for India to deepen its engagement with Peru in a sector that is critical for energy security, technological progress, and long-term industrial growth.
For decades, mining has been the backbone of Peru's economy, shaping its identity as a reliable and globally competitive supplier of natural resources. Today, as the world shifts towards clean energy, green technologies, and digital transformation, Peru's role has only become more significant. At the same time, India's rapid economic growth and ambitious energy transition require secure access to key minerals and rare earths. It is here — at the intersection of Peru's abundant resources and India's rising demand — that PERUMIN 37 emerges as a natural platform for partnership.
Peru: A Mining Powerhouse
Peru is consistently ranked among the top global producers of several strategic minerals. The country is the second-largest producer of copper worldwide, accounting for around 12 per cent of global output. It is also a leading producer of silver, zinc, tin, and gold. These resources are not only vital for traditional industries but also for emerging sectors such as renewable energy, electric mobility, and digital infrastructure.
For India, copper represents a crucial input for electrification, from power grids to electric vehicles. With demand projected to rise sharply in the coming decades, securing reliable and long-term supply chains is a pressing priority. Peru, with its stable production base and commitment to sustainable mining, offers precisely that. Moreover, Peru is home to emerging reserves of rare earth elements (REEs) — the minerals essential for semiconductors, defence technologies, wind turbines, and advanced electronics. As global powers seek to diversify REE supply chains away from a handful of dominant sources, Peru's deposits present India with a strategic alternative. For Indian companies, engaging with Peru today could mean gaining an early-mover advantage in a sector that will define the industries of tomorrow.
PERUMIN 37: Innovation Meets Opportunity
What makes PERUMIN unique is that it is not only a commercial showcase but also an intellectual forum that brings together every stakeholder in the mining ecosystem. This year's edition will feature the Mining Summit and TIS Forum, where global experts and policymakers will discuss the latest industry trends, from decarbonisation and digital mining to sustainable practices. The Exhibition will host more than 1,170 stands displaying cutting-edge mining equipment, services, and environmental innovations, while the International Pavilions will create space for direct dialogue between foreign delegations, investors, and Peruvian leaders.
In addition, specialised forums on water management, logistics, energy transition, and inclusion will highlight how mining can align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. With more than 65,000 participants expected and delegations from at least nine countries, PERUMIN 37 will serve as a global hub for governments, mining companies, financiers, suppliers, and academic institutions alike.
Why Indian Investors Should Engage?
India is projected to become one of the largest mineral importers globally over the next two decades. Its industrial future will depend on reliable access to copper, zinc, lithium, and rare earths. PERUMIN 37 offers Indian investors the chance to position themselves strategically in this evolving landscape. By participating in the convention, Indian companies will have the opportunity to explore joint ventures with Peruvian and international mining firms, secure supply contracts for critical minerals vital to India's clean energy and defence sectors, and introduce homegrown technologies in areas such as digital mining, environmental solutions, and renewable integration-fields where Peru is actively seeking innovation. Beyond commercial gains, such engagement will also help strengthen bilateral trade ties, building on the growing cooperation between India and Peru in minerals, fertilisers, and other emerging industries. Importantly, Peru welcomes Indian companies not merely as investors but as long-term partners in sustainable growth. With a government committed to modernising mining governance, promoting transparency, and ensuring that local communities benefit from resource wealth, Peru positions itself not just as a supplier of minerals but as a reliable and responsible partner for investment.
A Shared Future of Growth
The relationship between India and Peru has always been one of friendship and mutual respect. In recent years, it has expanded into new domains — from trade in fertilisers and textiles to cooperation in science and technology. Mining and critical minerals now offer the most dynamic frontier for this partnership.
As Peru invests in greener and more technologically advanced mining practices, we see India as a natural ally in this transformation. Indian expertise in digital innovation, renewable energy, and sustainable infrastructure can complement Peru's resource base, creating a partnership that benefits not only our two countries but also contributes to global goals of sustainable development.
PERUMIN 37 is more than an industry convention; it is a bridge connecting Peru's abundant resources with India's industrial ambitions. I warmly invite Indian investors, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to join us in Arequipa this September.
By engaging in PERUMIN 37, India and Peru can transform shared opportunities into lasting partnerships, ensuring that both nations advance together towards a future of clean energy, innovation, and inclusive growth.
I should count it a deep personal satisfaction, and my government's confidence amply vindicated, were my labours to bear enduring fruit; for more than eight years I have dedicated myself in India to the strengthening of bilateral relations, the enlargement of trade and commerce, and, in more recent years, the cultivation of tourism. It is the vision of the Peruvian government that the two most ancient civilisations, India and Perube drawn ever closer in amity and purpose, so that together they may contribute to the noble endeavour of shaping a just and enlightened new world order. The time is right for India to deepen its presence in Peru's mining sector. The gateway is open: PERUMIN 37 awaits.
The writer is the Ambassador of Peru to India