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Event brings together mining sector leaders in Peru and Sweden to advance cooperation for sustainable mining and energy transition. The Minister of Energy and Mines, Romulo Mucho, inaugurated the second edition of the Swedish Mining Initiative Peru 2024, an event that brings together leaders of the mining sector in Peru and Sweden in order to strengthen cooperation between both countries to advance towards sustainable mining and the energy transition.
In his speech, the head of the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) highlighted that the Swedish Mining Initiative has proven to be an exceptional forum to address the challenges of modern mining in countries such as Australia, Canada, Chile, South Africa and Peru, where it was held for the first time in 2019.
Sustainable and advanced mining is possible, and together we can chart a path towards that goal... the example of Sweden, a country with recognized leadership in sustainable mining, first-class technology and social development, provides us with an invaluable source of knowledge and experience, he said.
Minister Romulo Mucho highlighted the long-standing friendship between Peru and the Nordic country, a leader in mining technological innovation, and welcomed the initiatives to strengthen cooperation with this world leader in decarbonization, social responsibility and sustainable development.
He recalled his experience as a Fellow in Sweden more than 42 years ago, when he firsthand learned about the technology and innovation policies applied to modern mining, with respect for the social and environmental surroundings, aiming for the excellence of its mining and metallurgical operations.
In turn, the Swedish ambassador to Chile and Peru, Tomas Wiklund, congratulated the MINEM and the government for their openness to moving towards the energy transition, and highlighted that the long-standing friendship between his country and Peru will facilitate cooperation towards a green transition.
And through a video, Sara Modig, Secretary of State for Energy, Business and Industry of Sweden, indicated that her country promotes responsible practices in mining and that she trusts that this event will mark a new era of bilateral cooperation.
This edition of Swedish Mining Initiative Peru 2024 was held at the headquarters of the National Society of Mining, Petroleum and Energy (SNMPE) in the Lima district of San Isidro, with the participation of Xavier De Romana, honorary consul of Sweden in Peru, and Jesper Bernhardsson, regional manager of Swedish business for Chile, Peru and Argentina.
Also taking part are leading Swedish companies in innovation and sustainability such as Boliden, and industry suppliers such as ABB, SANDVIK, AFRY, Hexagon, SSAB, Volvo, SKF and Alfa Laval, in addition to the main Peruvian mining companies such as Quellaveco, Minsur, Southern, AngloAmerican, among others.
