Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Thursday, July 2, 2026.
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BCR Governor highlights Peru's current fiscal strength but warns about current spending
Governor Julio Velarde stated that Peru's fiscal strength is driven by the country's "exceptional" mineral prices and warned that rising current spending is becoming a threat to the future.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
Velarde: Peru's BCR strong performance is based on meritocracy
The Central Reserve Bank's (BCR) performance is based on the work of its officials, who were hired through a merit-based system, its Governor Julio Velarde stated.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
Ecuador's President congratulates Fujimori on election victory, speaks of new era
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa on Wednesday congratulated Keiko Fujimori on her victory in Peru’s June 7 presidential election runoff, saying that Latin America is entering a new era of leadership and governments committed to their citizens.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Peruvian Goddaughter invites Pope Leo XIV to visit Chulucanas during emotional meeting
Piura region resident Mildred Gianella Camacho Dioses shared an emotional reunion with her godfather, Pope Leo XIV, at the Vatican.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Peru's JNE: Who is invited to the proclamation of presidential runoff election results?
National Elections Board (JNE) spokesman Jorge Valdivia announced on Wednesday that the proclamation of the 2026 General Election runoff results is scheduled for July 3 at 11:00 a.m. (local time), once all Special Electoral Boards (JEEs) have completed announcing their results.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Peru: Domestic cement consumption up 7.97% in May 2026, fifth straight month of growth
Domestic cement consumption increased 7.97% in May 2026 compared with the same month a year earlier, National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI) Chief Gaspar Moran reported on Wednesday.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Peru: Economy to continue expanding, expected to grow above 3% in 2026
Peru's economy has shown stronger-than-expected momentum in the early months of this year, leading many economic analysts to raise the forecasts they had made at the beginning of 2026.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
MEF: Healthy public spending framework to be left for continued economic growth in Peru
Economy and Finance Minister Rodolfo Acuña announced that, under Bill No. 14799/2025-PE, which proposes the approval of supplementary credits, the Government will allocate an additional S/300 million (about US$88 million) to address the El Niño phenomenon, in addition to the measures already put forward.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: Here is how the Senate is composed
Following the official proclamation of results by the National Elections Board (JNE), find out here who the 60 senators of the bicameral Congress to be installed on July 27 are.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: Learn about the Senate's main functions
Following the official proclamation of results by the National Elections Board (JNE), the Senate, the Chamber of Deputies, and the Andean Parliament have been constituted.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
INEI: Peru's trade grew 7.31% in April, strongest expansion so far in 2026
The trade sector grew 7.31% in April 2026, the highest growth rate recorded so far this year, driven by the performance of wholesale, retail, and automotive activities, the National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI) reported.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
U.S. Government congratulates Keiko Fujimori on election victory
The United States Government congratulated Keiko Fujimori on her election victory in Peru's June 7 presidential runoff.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
President Balcazar: We are protecting Peruvians' health
The President of the Republic, Jose Maria Balcazar, stated that his administration is working to protect the health of Peruvian citizens.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Peru: Prime Minister leads coordination meeting for Pope Leo XIV's visit
Prime Minister Luis Arroyo chaired a coordination meeting to prepare for Pope Leo XIV's historic visit to Peru.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Peru: President Balcazar participates in 'Digital Seal' launch ceremony
The President of the Republic, Jose Maria Balcazar, participated in the launch ceremony of the "Digital Seal" on Tuesday.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: JNE confirms July 3 as official results proclamation date
National Elections Board (JNE) spokesperson Jorge Valdivia reaffirmed on Tuesday that July 3 remains the estimated date for the official proclamation of the 2026 General Elections presidential vote results.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Peru: Government expresses condolences to Saudi Arabia over deadly helicopter crash
Peru expressed its condolences on Tuesday over the loss of life in Saudi Arabia following a helicopter crash.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Israel, Uruguay, Paraguay, Panama and Bolivia congratulate Fujimori on election victory
Israeli Foreign Affairs Minister Gideon Sa'ar on Tuesday congratulated Popular Force Party candidate Keiko Fujimori on her victory in the presidential runoff, after the National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) completed the vote count.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: Learn about the Chamber of Deputies' main functions
Following the official proclamation of results by the National Elections Board (JNE) and the awarding of credentials on June 26, the Chamber of Deputies will be composed of 130 legislators.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: Meet 130 newly elected Deputies
Following the official proclamation of the results by the National Elections Board (JNE), here are the 130 deputies who received their credentials on June 26, qualifying them to be sworn into office for the 2026–2031 legislative term.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026