Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
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Peru: Country risk down to 104, below region's average
The country risk—measured by the EMBIG Peru spread—decreased 1 basis points (bp) from 105 to 104 between July 15 and 21, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Peru: President Fujimori leads Grand Civic-Military Parade for Independence Day
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, is leading the Grand Civic-Military Parade held on Brasil Avenue as part of Peru's Independence Day celebrations.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Peru: President Fujimori leads first Council of Ministers session
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, led the first session of the Council of Ministers of her administration at the Government Palace in Lima on Wednesday.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Peru: Profile of new Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa y Garces-Alvear holds a law degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru and a master's degree in political science with a specialization in international relations from The American University in Washington, D.C.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Peru: President Fujimori recognized as Commander-in-Chief of Armed Forces and Police
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, was on Wednesday officially recognized as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and the Peruvian National Police.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Peru: President Fujimori says Government will stay close to people
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, said Tuesday evening that her administration will remain close to the people and "out in the field" after watching the "Pasacalle por el Peru" parade from one of the balconies of Government Palace in Lima.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Peru: President Fujimori receives greetings from diplomats and high-ranking authorities
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Tuesday evening received greetings from various authorities and diplomatic delegations as part of Peru's Independence Day celebrations on July 28.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Peru: President Keiko Fujimori swears in new Cabinet
The new President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori Higuchi, on Tuesday afternoon administered the oath of office to members of the first Cabinet led by Prime Minister Luis Fernando Galarreta Velarde.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru's President: Government will strengthen foreign partnerships to boost investments
The newly sworn-in President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Tuesday that her administration will seek to strengthen Peru's partnerships with major foreign economies to promote greater investment and closer international cooperation.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru's President: We will launch a new way of governing
During her address to the nation, President Keiko Fujimori stated on Tuesday that she will launch a new way of governing, in which the Peruvian State once again serves its people, because bureaucracy cannot become a barrier between citizens and their rights.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: Armed Forces to assume lead role in security during states of emergency
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, announced in her address to the nation that the Armed Forces will temporarily lead security and internal order operations, supported by the Peruvian National Police, during states of emergency.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru's President: Government will seek congressional powers to tackle El Niño and crime
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, announced that her Government will seek delegated legislative powers from Congress to address El Niño phenomenon and citizen insecurity.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
President Fujimori: We will work for all Peruvians' well-being without exception
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Tuesday that she will work to ensure the well-being of Peruvians, especially those who have remained on the margins of economic growth
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: President Keiko Fujimori delivers address to the nation
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori Higuchi, delivered her address to the nation, after being sworn in for the 2026-2031 term, during a solemn session held at the Congress of the Republic in Lima on Tuesday.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: Keiko Fujimori sworn in as President of Republic
Keiko Sofia Fujimori Higuchi was sworn in as President of the Republic for the 2026-2031 term on Tuesday, July 28, during a solemn session at the Congress of the Republic.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: Fujimori and Ecuador's President discuss possible Binational Cabinet meeting in Lima
President-elect Keiko Fujimori held talks Tuesday with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, during which they highlighted the dynamic political dialogue fostered through the Binational Cabinet meetings and confirmed their willingness to hold the next edition in Lima later this year.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: Fujimori, Chile's President express willingness to move forward on shared challenges
President-elect Keiko Fujimori met on Tuesday with Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast, with whom she discussed their willingness to jointly address challenges such as the fight against transnational crime, among other issues.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: Keiko Fujimori and Paraguay's President address shared agenda
President-elect Keiko Fujimori met with Paraguay's President Santiago Peña on Tuesday morning at Torre Tagle Palace in Downtown Lima, where they reaffirmed the longstanding ties between their two nations.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: Keiko Fujimori and Colombia's incoming Government to strengthen bilateral ties
President-elect Keiko Fujimori met with a special mission sent to Peru by Colombia's President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Peru: Keiko Fujimori receives greetings from Speaker of Morocco's House of Representatives
President-elect Keiko Fujimori received greetings from the Speaker of Morocco's House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi Alami.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026