The Chamber of Mines of Peru participated in the opening of cultural activities for the anniversary.
The Chamber of mines of Peru participated in the opening of cultural activities to celebrate the 478th anniversary of Spanish foundation of the city of Huánuco.
The Congress of the Republic has decided to declare as intangible heritage the historical heroic deeds of heroes who rebelled against the oppression of the Spaniards who ruled the country. The initiative was proposed by the Congressman Rogelio Tucto Castillo, from Frente Amplio party, and it has as objective to revalue the cultural aspect of Huánuco region.
This tribute is part of a series of activities within the framework of the celebration of the 478th anniversary of Spanish foundation of the city of Huánuco. This city is also known as the “City of the Knights of León”.
The legislator started the celebrations of the region by opening a photo exhibition named «Huánuco y sus encantos»” («Huánuco and its attractions»). This event was presented in the Luna Pizarro room of the Congress of the Republic. Recognized photographers from Huánuco participated in this event and exhibited tourist, cultural, architectural and natural attractions of Huánuco.
It’s important to highlight that the Chamber of Mines of Peru emphasizes responsible mining and environment protection in the country’s regions.
Regarding this institutional policy, the legislator Rogelio Tucto used the presence of the Chamber of Mines of Peru in the activities to inform that the region has been dealing with environmental pollution issues. Issues caused by Antamina company, in the area surrounding the province of Huamalies, and Raura mining company, in the province of Lauricocha.
The Congressman states that the Agency for Environmental Assessment and Enforcement (OEFA) has weakly participated before these environmental issues. The institution doesn’t have the authority to punish the companies causing environmental issues.
«For this reason, the Congress of the Republic of Peru has worked on a bill that pursue to give more competences and powers to this institution. In order that it may ensure a good mining management in Peru», said the legislator.
Finally, the Congressman Tucto recognized the participation of the Chamber of Mines of Peru in the cultural activities of Huánuco. He also supported the work done by the institution, such as promoting the training courses for mining specialists, especially with emphasis on responsible mining.
