Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
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Peru: Police evacuate more than 1,300 tourists affected by protests in Machu Picchu
More than 1,300 domestic and foreign tourists affected by the protests in Machu Picchu Pueblo district, Urubamba province (Cusco region), were evacuated on "humanitarian trains" from Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, to Ollantaytambo district.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru's President: Solving the infrastructure problem is not enough; projects must continue
President Dina Boluarte stated on Tuesday that it is not enough to solve the country's infrastructure problems; it is also necessary to ensure continuity of these projects in future administrations.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru: Executive Branch requests Congress' approval for presidential trip to U.S.
The Executive Branch on Tuesday requested Congress to authorize President Dina Boluarte's trip from September 21 to 25, 2025, to New York City, United States, in order to participate in the 80th session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Transport Ministry promotes South Korean investment in Peruvian railway infrastructure
Within the framework of the 2025 Global Infrastructure Cooperation Conference, held in Seoul, Transportation and Communications Minister Cesar Sandoval highlighted that the strategic partnership between Peru and the Republic of Korea opens up new opportunities to boost large-scale projects for the population's benefit.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru decrees reopening of Embassy in Philippines
The Executive Branch, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has ordered the reopening of the Peruvian Embassy in the Republic of the Philippines, headquartered in the host country's capital, Manila.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru celebrates entry into force of WTO agreement that protects marine life
At an extraordinary meeting of the World Trade Organization (WTO) General Council, Peru celebrated the entry into force of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies —a historic milestone against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing—, thus marking a crucial step forward in the global fight for ocean sustainability.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru and Canada's Foreign Trade Ministries strengthen bilateral relations
Peruvian Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister Desilu Leon held a virtual meeting with Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu in order to consolidate bilateral relations and coordinate joint actions in strategic areas.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru: Culture Ministry rules out impact from alleged decline in Machu Picchu ticket sales
The Ministry of Culture (Mincul), through the Decentralized Directorate of Culture in Cusco (DDC Cusco), rules out that any impact could exist from the alleged decline in ticket sales to Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru: Mochica pottery workshops discovered in Chicama Valley
New pottery production workshops of the Mochica culture, dating to the 5th and 6th centuries A.D. (between 400 and 600 A.D.), were discovered at Cerro Mayal, an archaeological site located in Chicama Valley, Peru's northern La Libertad region, by a team from the Chicama Archaeological Program of the National University of San Marcos (UNMSM).
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$88.084 bn on Sep 10
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$88.084 billion as of September 10, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Peru's 2026 Elections: How will senators and representatives be elected?
The General Elections on April 12, 2026, will be different for Peruvians. After more than three decades, the Congress of the Republic will once again include a Senate, which, together with the Chamber of Deputies, will form the bicameral Parliament.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Ibai Llanos to present Golden Frying Pan in Peru for Breakfast World Cup victory
Spanish streamer Ibai Llanos announced that he will personally present the Golden Frying Pan in Peru, the Breakfast World Cup award, after Pan con Chicharron was crowned the best in the globe, defeating Venezuela's Arepa in the final.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
Peru's Culture Ministry on Machu Picchu: Conservation and protection not jeopardized
The Ministry of Culture (Mincul), through the Decentralized Directorate of Culture in Cusco (DDC Cusco), on Monday stated that the conservation and protection of Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary are not being jeopardized, which is why the site has not been inscribed on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage in Danger List.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
MEF: Peru's economy to show dynamic performance in coming months
The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) on Monday stated that the Peruvian economy is expected to show dynamic performance in the coming months, after recording 3.4% growth in July 2025, marking 16 consecutive months of expansion.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
Peru: 3.4% GDP growth in July reflects economic strength, investment confidence
The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) on Monday highlighted that the Peruvian economy continues showing strength, after posting 3.4% growth in July 2025, marking 16 consecutive months of expansion.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
Air Canada underscores key business exchange between North American country and Peru
Canada is a diverse, peaceful, and welcoming nation, known for its nature and stunning natural beauty. It is a vast and varied country, a truly beautiful place to visit and enjoy unforgettable experiences.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
Peru's economy expands beyond expectations: GDP up 3.41% in July 2025
The National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI) reported on Monday that the Peruvian economy recorded a 3.41% growth in July of this year, compared to the same month in 2024.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
Peru to chair FAO Sub-Committee on Fish Trade
Peru has been elected to chair the Sub-Committee on Fish Trade of the Committee on Fisheries (COFI) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), within the framework of its 20th meeting.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
'Pan con Chicharron' reinforces Peru's culinary leadership
Peruvian Association of Incoming and Domestic Tourism Operators (Apotur) Chairwoman Claudia Merino highlighted that the triumph of Pan con Chicharron (Pork Crackling Sandwich) in a global social media competition reaffirms Peru's supremacy in world gastronomy.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
Peru's BCR: Weakening of U.S. dollar is a global phenomenon
The Central Reserve Bank (BCR) stated that the decline in the U.S. dollar exchange rate is a global phenomenon, which has led to the strengthening of almost all currencies, including the Peruvian sol.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025
