“Nexa suspends operations at Atacocha and El Porvenir,” August 13, 2025

Brazilian mining company Nexa Resources announced the temporary suspension of part of its operations at the Atacocha and El Porvenir mines, located in the Cerro de Pasco mining complex (Peru), due to community protests...

The situation reflects the challenges faced by the mining industry in managing community relations...

The blocking of access roads by a group from the community of San Juan de Milpo (Pasco) forced Nexa to limit its activities to critical safety and maintenance tasks. The company stated that it remains committed to constructive dialogue and the socioeconomic development of the area...

Despite the protests, the company maintains its position as one of the world’s five largest zinc producers, according to Wood Mackenzie...

The protests in Pasco highlight the importance of effective social management in extractive projects. Nexa reiterated its focus on dialogue and sustainability, but these incidents underscore the external risks facing the sector, such as:

• Social conflicts
• Global economic factors
• Climatic conditions

Although Nexa claims there has been no impact on its annual production, the case underscores the need to strengthen relations with local communities. The development of corporate social responsibility strategies and transparency will be essential to prevent future conflicts.