(Updates with more details) A wave of protests against Peru's...

(Updates with more details)

A wave of protests against Peru's key mining sector is affecting the "country's perception in terms of future investments," central bank president Julio Velarde said on Tuesday.

Peru, the world's No. 2 copper producer, has seen demonstrators in recent weeks block roads in protests against mines owned by Glencore GLEN.L , BHP Billiton BLT.L and MMG Ltd 1208.HK .

Peru's largest copper mine, Antamina, suspended operations https://www.reuters.com/article/peru-mining/update-1-perus-mining-sector-calls-for-government-action-over-spiral-of-protests-idUKL1N2RS1FD on Sunday following several days of roadblocks, with a mining industry group decrying "a growing spiral of protests."

"Obviously order needs to reestablished," Velarde added, in remarks that appear to support the mining sector's position.

Mining is a key source of tax revenue for the Andean nation, which also has a pipeline of future mining projects estimated to be worth $50 billion by the government.

The Andean community of Aquia, which is currently protesting against Antamina, told Reuters on Tuesday that it would not lift its road blockade before engaging in talks with the government or the company.

Velarde has led Peru's central bank since 2006 and earned accolades for helping turn the country into one of Latin America's most stable economies.

Peruvian left-wing President Pedro Castillo nominated Velarde to stay in the role for another five years in a bid to appease anxious investors.

Velarde was sworn in for the new term on Tuesday.