Overview
- The plenary approved, on first vote, the ruling on Bill 12623/2025-PE to declare the creation of a spaceport in Peru a matter of national interest.
- The vote was 76 in favor, 8 against, and 11 abstentions.
- Under Article 78 of Congress rules, a second vote is required after seven calendar days, effectively setting the decision for March 19, 2026.
- Delegate José Cueto Aservi said the measure prioritizes national space development and is oriented to launching specialized technical studies to assess feasibility.
- Proponents cite technical backing from the Defense Ministry and CONIDA, though the declaration itself provides no funding, site selection, or detailed regulations.