Photo: Presidencia Perú.
China and Peru have reinforced their trade relationship with the launch of a new direct maritime route connecting the port of Guangzhou (Nansha) and the port of Chancay, north of Lima. This new connection aims to streamline bilateral trade by significantly reducing transit times and logistical costs.
According to official figures, approximately 78,000 tons of goods were moved through this route between January and June 2025, with a total value of 1.72 billion yuan (around 240 million U.S. dollars), marking a growth of nearly 35% compared to the same period in 2024.
The new route shortens shipping times between China and Peru to a range of 23 to 30 days and has reduced transportation costs by an estimated 20%. This logistical improvement facilitates the export of Peruvian products such as fresh fruit, fish, and wine, while allowing for the more efficient arrival of Chinese-made goods, including electronics, appliances, and furniture.
The port of Chancay, which began operations in November 2024, is the result of a joint investment between China’s COSCO Shipping Ports and Peruvian mining company Volcan. The project is part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative and serves as a strategic pillar in enhancing maritime connectivity between Asia and Latin America.
Since the port's inauguration, Peruvian authorities have highlighted its potential to position the country as a regional logistics hub. The Chancay port is expected to boost bilateral trade, create employment opportunities, and attract new infrastructure investments in Peru.
This new maritime route reflects the growing commercial exchange between China and Latin America and demonstrates both countries' strategic interest in fostering more agile and sustainable trade relations.
* Original text in Spanish. Translated by Large Language Model (LLM) technology.
Main Source:
Ruta marítima Chancay-Shanghai impulsa comercio China-Perú – teleSUR
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