Peru approves rules for special economic zones to attract export and agro-industry investment

Peru has approved the regulation needed to launch private special economic zones, creating a new framework to attract investment in export industries, including agro-industry and food processing.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR), the government adopted Supreme Decree No. 005-2026-MINCETUR, which sets the rules for establishing and operating Private Special Economic Zones (ZEEP). The regulation allows companies to start developing projects in designated areas under a clear legal structure.

For fruit and vegetable businesses, the zones are intended to support export-oriented operations such as packing, processing, cold storage and logistics. Authorities said the initiative aims to encourage large-scale investment and strengthen production platforms that can serve international markets.

The ministry explained that both public and private investors will be able to develop and manage these zones, provided projects meet defined requirements and operate under government supervision. Establishing clear procedures is expected to help speed up project development and provide more certainty for companies planning long-term investments.

Officials noted that approving the regulation is an important step toward expanding export capacity and creating new industrial hubs that can support Peru’s agricultural and food export sectors.

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