Meeting at MINCIT Strengthens the Eco-Industrial Parks Model
The commitment to a more inclusive, green and resilient industrialization became tangible during a key meeting held at Colombia’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (MINCIT). High-level representatives from Peru and Colombia shared progress and challenges related to implementing the Eco-Industrial Parks (EIP) model.
A High-Level Dialogue for Sustainable Development
This meeting enabled an exchange of experiences that highlights regional cooperation as a pillar for a more sustainable and competitive industry. Participants from Peru included:
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Tania Ramírez García, Member of Congress of Peru
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César M. Quispe Luján, Vice Minister of MSEs and Industry
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Marybel Vidal, Director of the National Programme for Productive Development (PNDP)
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Carmen Julia García, National Coordinator of the EIP Peru project
From Colombia, the meeting included:
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Lorenzo Castillo Barvo, Vice Minister of Business Development
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The EIP Colombia project team
Key Outcomes of the EIP Meeting
During the session, participants addressed essential topics to strengthen the EIP model in the region, including:
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Understanding Colombia’s legal framework and how it applies to industrial development
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Sharing lessons learned and common challenges
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Showcasing the work carried out by EIP Peru and EIP Colombia
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Reaffirming Eco-Industrial Parks as a driver of green and inclusive industrial transformation
A Future Built Through Cooperation
The dialogue between neighboring countries shows that international cooperation not only strengthens public policy, but also helps build the future. The EIP model continues to consolidate as an effective tool to address industrial development challenges through a sustainable, regional lens.
