Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Monday, September 21, 2026.
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Stay informed with the latest and most important news from Peru. Covering politics, economy, society, and more.
Peru consolidates Asian market through tariff-free access in Hong Kong
On September 1 this year, a historic milestone was achieved in Peru's trade relations with Hong Kong, with immediate zero tariffs applied to the South American market's entire exportable supply.
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: When will he visit Chiclayo, Cusco, and Pucallpa?
The Vatican announced on Monday the official agenda for Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru, scheduled for November 11–16, 2026.
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
Peru prepares to joyfully welcome Pope Leo XIV
The Peruvian Government joyfully welcomes the Holy See's official announcement of the program for His Holiness Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Visit to Peru, which will take place from November 11 to 16.
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
Peru condemns attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Peruvian Government firmly condemned the attacks carried out by Houthi militias against civilian and critical infrastructure in various locations across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including its capital, Riyadh.
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$97.683 bn on Sep 15
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$97.683 billion as of September 15, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
President Fujimori: We will take strong decisions to restore order and peace in Peru
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated that all necessary decisions will be taken to restore order and peace throughout the country.
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
Peru: Protecting Machu Picchu requires a comprehensive approach and coordinated work
Deputy Minister for Strategic Development of Natural Resources Fernando Leon stated that "protecting Machu Picchu requires a comprehensive approach and coordinated work among institutions to ensure its conservation for present and future generations."
Mon, 21 Sep 2026
Peru Pre-Hispanic 'die' discovered at Ollape dates to Inca period, may have had ritual use
The Pishca, or Pichca, a pre-Hispanic object resembling a "die" discovered at the Ollape archaeological site, is the first of its kind found in northern Peru.
Sun, 20 Sep 2026
Peru: BCR does not rule out raising interest rate in coming months
The Central Reserve Bank (BCR) indicated that it does not rule out raising its benchmark interest rate in the coming months, taking into account the latest data on inflation, economic activity, and El Niño phenomenon.
Sun, 20 Sep 2026
BCR: Peru's economy to grow 3.2% in 2026; 3% in 2027
The Central Reserve Bank (BCR) lowered its economic growth forecast for Peru this year from 3.4% to 3.2%, while also reducing its expansion outlook for 2027 from 3.2% to 3%.
Sat, 19 Sep 2026
Peru's Naval High School Case: 4-month preventive detention for 6 students
The Third Family Court of Lima ordered four-month preventive detention for six adolescents under investigation for the alleged sexual assault of a 16-year-old student at Almirante Guise Naval High School.
Sat, 19 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori swears in new Transport and Communications Minister
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, swore in the new Transportation and Communications Minister Jose Angello Tangherlini Casal during a ceremony held at the Lima-based Government Palace on Friday evening.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori leads Council of Ministers session
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, led a new regular session of the Council of Ministers at the Government Palace in Lima on Friday evening.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru's Congress: Senate officially ratifies Julio Velarde as BCR Governor
The Republic's Senate has ratified Julio Velarde Flores as Chairman (Governor) of the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) Board.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru: Rafael Rey resigns as Transport and Communications Minister for health reasons
The Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM) reported on Friday that it has received the resignation letter submitted by Transportation and Communications Minister Rafael Rey for health reasons.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori meets with World Bank Group's IFC representatives
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, met with representatives of the World Bank Group's (WBG) International Finance Corporation (IFC) to address the development agenda, projects, and cooperation with Peru.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru: Inca closure ritual with 18 vessels and sacred huanca found in Wancasanga, Cajamarca
On the windswept peaks of the Condebamba Valley—3,400 meters above sea level—time did not erase the memory of a sacred farewell.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru: Mining investment up 45% to US$4.116bn in Jan-Jul 2026
Mining investment totaled US$4.116 billion between January and July this year, marking a 45% increase from the same period in 2025, when it amounted to US$2.839 billion, according to figures from the Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem).
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru's Min: Willingness to work multilaterally through 'Shield of the Americas'
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa said the United States has expressed a willingness to work multilaterally through the "Shield of the Americas" to combat transnational crime via coordinated action involving the 15 countries that make up the partnership.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru: Apurimac teacher revitalizes Quechua among students through TikTok
In the highlands of Peru's Apurimac region, where Quechua continues to thrive in family and community life, a teacher has found in technology a powerful ally for preserving the Indigenous language and strengthening his students' cultural identity.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026