Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Saturday, October 31, 2026.
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Stay informed with the latest and most important news from Peru. Covering politics, economy, society, and more.
Peru and UNICEF advance strategies for highly vulnerable children
The President of the Council of Ministers, Luis Galarreta, and the Minister of Development and Social Inclusion, Maritza Canales, met with the UNICEF Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, Roberto Benes, to promote strategies aimed at supporting the country’s most vulnerable children.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori visits the “Doctor SV” health service in El Salvador
As part of her official visit to El Salvador, President Keiko Fujimori toured the facilities of the “Doctor SV” platform this Friday. The platform integrates telemedicine, artificial intelligence, and technological tools to improve public access to medical care.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Peru strengthens public-private coordination for sustainable development of the Amazon
With the goal of boosting the competitiveness of the forestry sector and promoting the comprehensive development of the Amazonian regions, the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) led sessions for the Executive Roundtable for the Development of the Forestry Sector and the Executive Roundtable for the Development of the Peruvian Amazon (MEDAP).
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Central Bank: Formal employment in Peru grew by 4.9% year-on-year in August 2026
In August 2026, total formal employment nationwide increased by 4.9%, resulting in the addition of 302,000 jobs compared to August 2025, the Central Reserve Bank of Peru (BCRP) reported.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Karla Prieto Prado: From Huancayo to New York for the Love of Art
Karla Prieto Prado studied business administration in Peru. After a successful stint in the Peruvian banking sector, she decided to leave it all behind to pursue a professional career in the arts abroad. Now based in New York, she spearheads projects that showcase Peruvian talent and connect it with international stages.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori in El Salvador: Peru is a logistics hub for expanding investments
President Keiko Fujimori invited business leaders from El Salvador today to invest in Peru and leverage its strategic location to develop businesses and access other markets in the region, highlighting the opportunities the country offers as a logistics and commercial platform in South America.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Sea level off the coast of Peru rises by up to 61 centimeters due to El Niño phenomenon
The rise in sea level currently being recorded along the Peruvian coast is attributed to factors such as changes in seawater temperature and the absence of trade winds, according to the Peruvian Navy.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
ProInversión promotes $ 10.169 billion in investments for southern Peru
The Private Investment Promotion Agency (ProInversión) announced today that it is promoting a portfolio of 22 Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, two "asset-based" projects (projects involving the transfer or development of state-owned assets), and one addendum—totaling US$ 10.169 billion—aimed at strengthening the country’s southern logistics corridor, according to the agency’s executive director, Luis Del Carpio.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Peru to tender electric transmission projects worth nearly $ 500 million
By the end of this year the Private Investment Promotion Agency (ProInversión) will receive bids for Groups 2 and 3 of its electric transmission project portfolio—with Group 2 alone representing investments of nearly $ 500 million.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
President of Peru Keiko Fujimori visits a flagship school in El Salvador
As part of her official visit to El Salvador, the President of the Republic of Peru, Keiko Fujimori, is visiting the Marcelino García Flamenco School—located in Santa Tecla—this Friday. The visit aims to explore the Salvadoran experience regarding the modernization of school infrastructure and the improvement of educational quality.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori participates in a business meeting between El Salvador and Peru
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, is participating this morning in a business meeting between El Salvador and Peru, as part of her official visit to the Central American nation. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations, exchange experiences regarding public security, and foster cooperation with the Central American country.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Attention tourists! The "Perú Mucho Gusto" gastronomic fair begins today!
Lima host a new edition of the fair that delights the palate: "Perú, Mucho Gusto Lima," a gastronomic event running from today October 30 to November 1 on the Costa Verde esplanade in Magdalena del Mar.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Presidents Fujimori and Bukele strengthen cooperation against organized crime
President of the Republic Keiko Fujimori highlighted El Salvador’s experience in public security, stating that her official visit to the country aims to examine and evaluate measures that could be adapted to the reality in Peru.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
Peru aims to exceed $140 billion in exports by 2040 through strengthen competitiveness
Peru aims to surpass $140 billion in exports by 2040, driven by the implementation of the National Multisectoral Foreign Trade Policy (PNMCE), which is designed to strengthen the competitiveness of the country’s foreign trade sector, according to the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur).
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
Puno to stage legend of Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo on Lake Titicaca with over 500 actors
On November 5, more than 500 actors will participate in a reenactment of Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo emerging from the waters of Lake Titicaca, announced Alexander Quispe Huaracha, president of the Regional Folklore Federation, in honor of the 358th anniversary of the Spanish founding of the city of Puno.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori visited the Terrorism Confinement Center in El Salvador
The President of the Republic of Peru, Keiko Fujimori, arrived at the Terrorism Confinement Center (CECOT)—a maximum-security prison in El Salvador—to learn about its operations, as part of bilateral cooperation on security and the fight against organized crime.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
Peruvians with transplanted organs win 12 medals at Pan American games in Uruguay
A few years ago, their greatest challenges were related to their health and the wait for an organ that would allow them to continue living. Today, five Peruvians—recipients of kidney and liver transplants—are celebrating a triumph that has inspired the entire country: they won 12 medals at the first-ever Pan American Transplant Games, held in Maldonado, Uruguay.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
Peruvian state television premieres the first flashmob in tribute to visit of Pope Leo XIV
The emblematic Plaza Mayor of Lima was the scene of a vibrant display of faith and joy. The members of the “Aguchita” choir, students from the José María Arguedas National University of Folklore, volunteers from the Vicariate of Youth of the Archbishopric of Lima and Callao recorded the first flashmob dedicated to the visit of Pope Leo XIV to Peru.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
Prime Minister Galarreta: Peru's Government is firm in its decision to confront crime
Prime Minister Luis Galarreta stated today that the government is firmly committed to confronting crime. He highlighted progress made in public security during the first 92 days of President Keiko Fujimori’s administration.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
Peru seeks double taxation avoidance agreement with Australia to boost investment
Peru is seeking to establish an agreement with Australia to avoid double taxation, with the goal of boosting investment, stated Deputy Minister of Mines Mayra Figueroa today. Figueroa is currently participating in the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC 2026), taking place in Sydney.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026