Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
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Stay informed with the latest and most important news from Peru. Covering politics, economy, society, and more.
Peru to be on world stage at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai
The South American country will present its culture, cuisine, and business opportunities to millions of visitors in Japan.
Wed, 02 Apr 2025
Peru: Oral trial against former President Castillo continues with witness testimonies
The Special Criminal Chamber of the Supreme Court on Tuesday resumed the oral trial against former President Pedro Castillo, former Prime Minister Betssy Chavez, and other defendants for the crime of rebellion in relation to the events of December 7, 2022.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru: President announces purging of 300,000 mobile lines with criminal history
The President of the Republic Dina Boluarte announced today that starting Wednesday, mobile lines with a criminal history will be deactivated, beginning with 300,000 lines, to prevent their continued use in criminal activities.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru: President leads new 'War Room' session
The President of the Republic, Dina Boluarte, participated in and led a new session of the War Room on Tuesday.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru: Fishing sector continues to grow at steady pace, up 24.64% in Feb 2025
The fishing sector recorded a 24.64% growth in February 2025 compared to the same month in 2024, driven by the increase in landings of marine species (28.88%), maintaining a strong expansion pace, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI).
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Emergencies in Peru: Heavy rains have left 94 dead so far
A total of 94 people have died due to emergencies caused by heavy rains in Peru between December 2024 and March 31, 2025, according to statistics from the National Emergency Operations Center of the National Civil Defense Institute (COEN-Indeci).
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru: Foreign Affairs Ministry's 2025-2030 Institutional Strategic Plan approved
The Government has approved the 2025-2030 Institutional Strategic Plan (PEI) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in accordance with Law No. 29158, Organic Law of the Executive Branch; Legislative Decree No. 1088, Law of the National Strategic Planning System and the National Center for Strategic Planning; and other current regulations.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru consolidates position as world leader in table grape exports
The Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri), through the National Agrarian Health Service (Senasa), announced that the 2024-2025 grape campaign registered the export of 562,093 tons, solidifying Peru's position as the world leader in exports for the second consecutive year.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru's JNE: Parties registered by April 12 eligible for 2026 elections
The plenary of the National Elections Board (JNE) established that political parties eligible to participate in the 2026 general elections are those that have completed their registration by April 12 of this year.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru: It is necessary to finalize mining projects that contribute to economy, development
Energy and Mines Minister Jorge Montero stated that Peru records significant figures of sustained growth and is currently the world's third-largest producer of copper and the second-largest producer of zinc. Thus, it is necessary to finalize key new mining projects that contribute to the country's economy and development.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$84.427 bn on Mar 26
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$84.427 billion as of March 26, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) has reported.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Condé Nast Traveller: Peru among world's most beautiful countries, a must-visit in 2025
The powerful tourist magnetism that Peru radiates always places it among the planet's top destinations to visit, explore, and enjoy.
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Shawn Mendes thrilled by fans' welcome: "Thank you, Peru"
Welcomed like an idol. Canadian star Shawn Mendes is already in Peru to perform a one-night-only concert on April 1 at Costa 21 in Lima's San Miguel district.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Peru's President: 4,340 Armed Forces personnel reinforced security, conducted 266 patrols
President Dina Boluarte on Monday asserted that the government is taking important and concrete steps in the fight against crime, indicating that it is a national commitment to defeat this scourge and achieve peace and tranquility for all Peruvians.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Peru: President leads new 'War Room' session
The President of the Republic, Dina Boluarte, led a new session of the "War Room" on Monday.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Peru's PM: Deregulatory shock boosts productivity and efficiency in public management
Prime Minister Gustavo Adrianzen on Monday stated that the deregulatory shock to boost economic growth is the government's response to the need to eliminate bureaucratic bottlenecks, aiming to enhance productivity, competitiveness, and efficiency in public management.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Peru: Government launches deregulatory shock to boost economic growth
Economy and Finance Minister Jose Salardi participated on Monday in the launch of the deregulatory shock aimed at stimulating investments and accelerating Peru's economic growth.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Peruvian imports up 19% in Jan-Feb 2025
Imports in the first two months of 2025 totaled US$9.611 billion, experiencing a 19% increase compared to the same period in 2024, the Global Economy and Business Research Center of the Exporters' Association (CIEN-ADEX) reported.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Peru to be on world stage at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai
The South American country will present its culture, cuisine, and business opportunities to millions of visitors in Japan.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
The world's highest city is in Peru: What is its name, where is it located?
Peru is home not only to the most voluminous river, the Amazon, and the world's highest lake, Titicaca, but also to the highest inhabited city on the planet.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
