New Central Highway, Highway of the Sun, and Longitudinal de la Sierra: road projects announced by Keiko Fujimori for Lima, Junín, Huancavelica, Ayacucho in her address to the Nation
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori announced a package of road projects during her first address to Congress.
- The initiatives aim to modernize connectivity between Lima and central regions, including the New Central Highway.
- These projects are intended to ease traffic congestion and facilitate the transport of goods and passengers.
Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori has unveiled a significant package of road infrastructure projects during her inaugural address to Congress. The ambitious plan aims to modernize and strengthen connectivity between the capital, Lima, and various central regions of the country.
A key component of the announcement is the commitment to complete the New Central Highway, a vital artery connecting Lima with the central highlands. This project, along with other planned national highways, is designed to alleviate severe traffic congestion that plagues the region. By improving infrastructure, the administration seeks to facilitate smoother and more efficient transportation of both passengers and crucial merchandise.
During her address for the 2026-2031 term, Fujimori emphasized the importance of these infrastructure developments for economic growth and regional integration. The projects are expected to boost trade, reduce travel times, and improve access to essential services for communities in Junín, Huancavelica, and Ayacucho.
The article notes that this is a developing story, with further details anticipated regarding the timelines, funding, and specific execution plans for each of the announced roadworks. The government's focus on these large-scale infrastructure initiatives signals a priority to enhance national transportation networks.
Originally published by La República in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.