China opens $1.3 billion deep-water port in Peru as locals voice concerns

China's President Xi Jinping inaugurated a $1.3 billion deep-water port in Chancay, Peru, aimed at boosting trade between South America and Asia. The port, majority-owned by Chinese shipping giant Cosco, is expected to enhance Peru's export capabilities. Local residents express concerns about the port's impact on their livelihoods. Fishermen report losing access to fishing grounds and smaller catches, attributing these changes to the port's construction and dredging activities. Many feel excluded from the economic benefits promised by the project. While the Peruvian government anticipates significant revenue and job creation, locals remain skeptical. They highlight ongoing issues like lack of basic services and fear of pollution from increased shipping activity. Port authorities acknowledge the disparity between the new port and the struggling community.