Overview
- President José María Balcázar said the works will begin under his government and will not be halted.
- The initial S/600 million is programmed to fund early stages, with evaluation of a supplementary credit or added budget if required.
- Economy Minister Denisse Miralles said financing mechanisms are being reviewed to secure execution through completion.
- Transport Minister Aldo Prieto reported that key technical milestones for final studies are scheduled to enable tendering and award during this term.
- Regional leaders, including congressional second vice president Waldemar Cerrón and Junín governor Zósimo Cárdenas, backed the plan, with calls for legal safeguards to ensure continuity.