As a result of roadblocks and protests, the mining company antapaccay reported that it currently operates with only 38% of its workforce.
“Since January 4, the company has been carrying out its activities in very complex conditions. The road blocks prevent the entry of supplies necessary for the operation and the feeding of the workers, as well as the possibility of their demobilization to their places of origin safely,” the company said in a statement.
Added to the small labor force they currently have, the company has temporarily suspended the transport of concentrates.
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About, antapaccay He warned that if this situation continues, the economy of Espinar (Cusco) will be affected, which is the area where the mining camp is located.
Likewise, he assured that he generates 70% of the canon and royalties from the municipal budget of the province, which deliver up to 3% of their annual profits before taxes to finance sustainable development projects.
In addition, he highlighted that he contracts services with more than 100 local companies for close to S/220 million per year and generates 8% of the copper that Peru exports.
A week ago, protesters set vehicles on fire in the camp of antapaccay and later they broke into a pump house that provides water to community members.
