The Peruvian economy has become increasingly market-oriented, with major privatizations completed since 1990 in the mining, electricity, and telecommunications industries. 1999 was another lean year for Peru, with the aftermath of El Nino and the Asian financial crisis working its way through the economy. Lima did manage to complete negotiations for an Extended Fund Facility with the IMF in June 1999, although it subsequently had to renegotiate the targets. Pressure on spending is growing in the run-up to the 2000 elections. Currently 4 apparel factories.
All factories offer free transportation, subsidized meals, clinics on site, and medical coverage.
Workers coming back from lunch. General view inside the sewing factory. Outdoor lunch area.