The creation of the Ministry of Infrastructure aims to promote key projects in Peru.

In a recent statement, the Minister of Economy and Finance, José Arista, made it clear that the Agency for the Promotion of Private Investment (Proinversión) will not be part of the new Ministry of Infrastructure, which aims to enhance the management and development of infrastructure projects in the country. During an interview on TV Perú, Arista emphasized the importance of maintaining Proinversión as an independent entity, which will allow each ministry to focus on its specific competencies. The minister highlighted that the new ministry will have a more specialized focus, enabling the head of the education sector to concentrate on education-related issues, while the Minister of Health can focus on the challenges within their own area. Among the projects to be managed in this new framework, Arista mentioned the "Macho Train," which will connect Huancayo with Huancavelica and is expected to be awarded in the coming weeks. With this restructuring, the government seeks to optimize the administration and execution of infrastructure projects, a critical area for the country’s economic development. Arista also referred to the Majes Siguas II project, currently under the Ministry of Agriculture, which will become part of the new ministry's responsibilities. This reflects an effort to coordinate and centralize the management of projects that are vital for the growth of national infrastructure. The message from President Dina Boluarte, in which these changes were announced, hinted at an ambitious restructuring of the sector. The new ministry will absorb entities such as the Infrastructure Birth Authority and the Investment Studies and Projects Organization, currently under the Presidency of the Council of Ministers. This measure aims to simplify administrative processes and improve efficiency in project execution. Regarding private investment, Arista emphasized that Peru positions itself as a favorable destination for both national and international investors. In his speech, he stressed the need to prioritize this investment as a driving force for the country’s economic growth. He highlighted emblematic projects such as the Chancay Megaport and the controversial Tía María mine, which, according to him, are crucial for turning Peru into a port and mining powerhouse. However, the head of the MEF also apologized for the length of his speech during the Message to the Nation, where various matters of national interest were addressed. Arista defended the necessity of providing exhaustive details about the measures being implemented, stating that the content was essential to clarify the current situation and future projections. The restructuring of the ministry and the insistence on private investment reflect a search for stability and growth in a challenging economic context. With the new approach, the government seems determined to give a boost to the infrastructure projects that have historically lagged in the country, thus seeking to improve the quality of life for citizens and promote investment. Finally, with the creation of the Ministry of Infrastructure, the Peruvian government faces the monumental task of transforming and modernizing the country’s infrastructure. It is expected that this new ministerial structure will not only optimize project management but also attract the necessary investment to carry out initiatives that benefit the population as a whole. The success of these initiatives will largely depend on the new ministry's ability to coordinate efforts and engage the necessary private sector stakeholders.