Washington Approves $1.5bn Sale for Peru Navy Infrastructure Project
The United States has approved a possible foreign military sale worth $1.5 billion to Peru to support the design and construction of maritime and onshore facilities at the Peruvian Navy’s main base, according to an international media report.
In a notification sent to the US Congress, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency said the State Department had authorized a potential Foreign Military Sale covering design and construction work at the Callao Naval Base, along with related logistics and program support.
The proposed package does not include major weapons systems but instead focuses on services such as lifecycle design, construction, project management, engineering studies, infrastructure assessments, technical assistance, and construction management. It would also involve engineering, technical, and logistics support from the US government and contractors.
US officials said the sale would support Washington’s foreign policy objectives by strengthening the security capabilities of a key partner in South America and enhancing political stability, peace, and economic development in the region.
According to the statement, the upgrades would improve port infrastructure to support current and future naval and logistical operations while increasing safety and efficiency by reducing civilian-military interaction at the existing base. Officials emphasized that the proposed sale would not alter the regional military balance.
The plan could involve the deployment of up to 20 US government or contractor personnel to Peru for construction management and oversight for a period of up to 10 years.
The Callao port is seen as a competitor to Chancay, a Chinese-built mega-port located around 80 kilometers north of Lima. The development comes amid growing US engagement in South America, which analysts say reflects efforts to counter China’s expanding influence in the region.
