Perupetro Behind Proposal that Weakens Protections for Natural Areas

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Issue Jul 01-31 2025: A recent bill by Congressman Jorge Flores Ancachi (Alianza para el Progreso, APP) seeks to open the door to hydrocarbon exploitation in untouched protected natural areas, such as the Bahuaja Sonene National Park. The legislator acknowledged that his initiative arose after a consultation with Perupetro. Flores Ancachi’s proposal—which also has government support—is similar to the one Perupetro developed in 2023.

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