The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) held a meeting on April 24 with the regional governor of Cusco, Werner Salcedo, to evaluate opportunities for advancing projects aimed at closing gaps in tourism infrastructure in the region.
This discussion focused on the investment project for the Sirenachayuq natural waterfall, located in Lamay district, Calca province. The project is intended to strengthen local tourism offerings and will be included among resources identified as addressing infrastructure needs. The Sirenachayuq waterfall is listed in Mincetur’s National Inventory of Tourist Resources and holds a hierarchy level 2 designation.
According to Mincetur, “the project is under evaluation according to criteria established by Mincetur within current prioritization processes.” The meeting reaffirmed both parties’ willingness to work together on initiatives that support tourism growth and economic development in the regions. José Reyes said the collaboration aims “to promote initiatives that contribute to strengthening tourism and economic development of the regions.”
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism contributes to cultural and social progress by fostering sustainable tourism and social inclusion, according to the official website. It belongs to Peru’s Executive Branch with sector-specific autonomy according to its official site. The ministry advances national strategies for foreign trade and tourism by promoting Peruvian business expansion alongside sustainable development efforts as reported by its website.
The ministry operates under oversight from its minister, directs policies on foreign trade and tourism, fosters export growth through partnerships with organizations such as PromPerú, facilitates community well-being programs, serves communities across Peru focusing on trade facilitation and connectivity, collaborates with public and private entities for export advancement objectives—all roles described on its official portal.
Broader implications include ongoing efforts from both national ministries and regional governments in Peru working together toward improved tourist facilities that may lead not only to increased visitor numbers but also support broader economic goals.
