Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Thursday, October 29, 2026.
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Congress approves supplementary credit to address El Niño and other urgent needs
The plenary of the Congress of the Republic approved the Executive branch’s legislative proposal to access supplementary credits. These funds are earmarked for financing measures to address the 2026–2027 El Niño phenomenon, as well as for boosting infrastructure, strengthening public security, and supporting health, education, and other essential services and obligations.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori arrived in El Salvador for an official visit
The President of the Republic of Peru, Keiko Fujimori, arrived in El Salvador tonight for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Mining: Peru remains a strategic ally for investors worldwide
“Peru continues to be a strategic partner for the development of the mining sector and a destination offering opportunities to build new alliances with investors from around the world,” stated Mayra Figueroa Valderrama, Deputy Minister of Mines at the Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem).
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Puno kicks off its 358th-anniversary celebrations with the colorful "Identity Parade 2026"
More than 30 dance groups took part in the "Puno Identity Parade 2026" (Corso de la Identidad Puneña 2026), an event that brought together local institutions, merchants, and residents to mark the beginning of the 358th-anniversary celebrations for the province of Puno.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Former Foreign Minister Tudela: President Fujimori’s trip to El Salvador is a wise choice
Former Foreign Minister Francisco Tudela has described President Keiko Fujimori’s trip to El Salvador as wise choice move, intended to learn about the prison management techniques that have enabled the country to confront organized crime.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Peruvian regions receive over $ 3.8 billion from the formal mining activity
Economic transfers generated by the formal mining activity to the Peruvian regions where such operations take place totaled 13.31 billion soles ($3.855 billion) between January and September 2026. This figure stems from the distribution of the *Canon Minero* (mining tax share), mining royalties, and fees for mining rights and penalties, the Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem) reported today.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Researchers discover a new orchid species in the cloud forests of northern Peru
A team of researchers from the Pedro Ruiz Gallo National University, the National Forest and Wildlife Service (Serfor) which belongs to the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri), the University of Cambridge, and the Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza National University has discovered a new species of orchid in the high-Andean ecosystems and high-montane forests of the Yunga region in northern Peru.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Spain participates in infrastructure projects in Peru worth over $ 12.5 billion
A total of 26 Spanish companies are participating in 34 Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and asset-based projects in Peru, with investments valued at $ 12.51 billion, primarily in the transport, sanitation, health, and energy sectors, according to data from the Private Investment Promotion Agency (ProInversión).
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori travels to El Salvador to meet with her counterpart Nayib Bukele
President of the Republic Keiko Fujimori traveled to El Salvador today for an official visit, where she will meet with her counterpart, Nayib Bukele. The two leaders will discuss matters of mutual interest, with a particular focus on public security and the fight against transnational organized crime.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Peruvian native communities to gain access to climate finance and sustainable markets
The Forest Program of the Ministry of the Environment (Minam) has signed a letter of understanding with the firms A2G Sostenibilidad y Cambio Climático and Paskay to explore new revenue streams and market opportunities for native communities and small-scale producers involved in forest conservation.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
The Official Gazette El Peruano pays tribute to sacred image of the Señor de los Milagros
Editora Perú—the company that publishes the Official Gazette "El Peruano" (the oldest continuously published official gazette in the region) and also manages the Andina News Agency—paid tribute this Wednesday to the Señor de los Milagros (Lord of Miracles) during its fourth processional procession.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Celestial music! Richard Clayderman to celebrate 50 years of Ballade pour Adeline in Lima
Following the success of his recent performances in Canada—and amidst an international tour that will take him to some of Asia’s most prominent stages—legendary French pianist Richard Clayderman is set to arrive in Lima as part of his highly anticipated world tour, "Forever Love 2027."
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Government transfers $2.76 million to improve tourism services at Choquequirao
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) has approved the transfer of up to 9.5 million soles ($2.76 million) to the National Infrastructure Authority (ANIN) to fund an investment project aimed at improving public tourism services and facilities at the Choquequirao Archaeological Park, located in the Cusco department.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Systematic blocking of illegal prison communications to reduce extortion in the short term
Defense Minister Rafael Belaunde highlighted today that the dismantling of illegal transmission antennas located outside correctional facilities will become a permanent operation, aimed at diminishing the communication capabilities of criminal organizations.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Peru reaffirms its commitment against antisemitism and all forms of discrimination
Foreign Minister Carlos Espá delivered to the Israeli Ambassador, Gali Dagan, a copy of a formal communication sent by the Peruvian government to the presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA)—currently held by the Argentine Republic—conveying Peru’s decision to adopt the working definition of antisemitism approved by the organization at its plenary session in Budapest on May 26, 2016.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Peruvian "turrón" conquers the world! Exports grew by 71.5% from January to August 2026
Peruvian exports of turrón (a traditional nougat-like confection) totaled $430,854 between January and August 2026—a 71.5% increase compared to the same period in the previous year, when they reached $251,157, according to the Agro-exports Department of the Association of Exporters (ADEX).
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Attention, tourists! The “Lord of Miracles” will be in the streets of Lima today!
The Urban Mobility Department of the Municipality of Lima will implement rolling road closures and traffic diversions today, Wednesday, October 28, during the fourth procession of the Señor de los Milagros (Lord of Miracles), to facilitate the movement of the faithful.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
A Party in Lima! Marc Anthony, Fonseca, Manuel Turizo, and Kapo to Gather on December 4th
By popular demand, "Happy Music Live" is moving to a new venue and will now take place on December 4th at the National Stadium. The festival will bring together—for the first time on the same stage—Marc Anthony, Fonseca, Manuel Turizo, and Kapo, four major figures in Latin music who promise a night filled with hits, dancing, and excitement.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Peru showcases its mining potential to global markets in Australia to attract investment
Peru is in the global spotlight as it showcases its full geological and mining potential at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC 2026), taking place in Sydney, Australia, through October 29—an event where the country seeks to secure new investments.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Foreign minister bestows the Order of the Sun of Peru upon the ambassador of Ecuador
Minister of Foreign Affairs Carlos Espá bestowed the Order of the Sun of Peru—at the rank of Grand Cross—upon the Ambassador of the Republic of Ecuador to Peru, Galo Andrés Yépez Holguín, in recognition of his distinguished diplomatic service and his contribution to strengthening the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026