Peru · Security

Key Facts

Sunat action Peru’s tax authority cracked down on gold-processing plants used to launder illegal gold into the formal supply chain.

Minem strategy On 7 August 2026, the Mining Ministry announced a new anti-illegal-mining plan with tighter traceability and fiscalisation of gold-processing plants.

Puno seizure On 31 July 2026, authorities seized a 5.31 kg gold bar worth over US$600,000, allegedly destined for India, in a money-laundering probe.