Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Monday, September 14, 2026.
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Peru: President Fujimori visits Yachayhuasi Technical Training Center
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori Higuchi, on Monday visited the Yachayhuasi Technical Training Center, located in Lima's San Juan de Miraflores district.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Peru's President: Government to build 2,000 schools and refurbish 3,000 more
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, announced on Monday that her Government will build 2,000 schools, as well as modernize and refurbish 3,000 more to improve learning conditions for students in Peru.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori presents National Education Plan 2026–2031
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, leads the presentation of the National Education Plan 2026–2031, a roadmap that proposes a comprehensive transformation of Peru's education system
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$98.055 bn on Sep 8
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$98.055 billion as of September 8, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: Find out how many authorities will be elected on Oct 4
More than 26 million voters will participate in the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections (ERM) on Sunday, October 4.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Peru: President hopes U.S. tariffs on Peruvian exports can be reassessed
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, said she hopes the United States will reassess the tariffs imposed on Peruvian exports.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Peru: President inaugurates Paccaritambo Irrigation System to boost farming in Cusco
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Sunday inaugurated the Paccaritambo Irrigation System in Paruro province, Cusco region, to strengthen agricultural and livestock production through more efficient use of water resources.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
President: The Government is not sitting in the capital, but delivering results nationwide
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, said in Paccaritambo district, Paruro province, on Sunday that her Government is traveling across the country to ensure that State resources are turned into concrete actions, such as the support delivered to producers and rural women's organizations.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Peru: Mincul, Mincetur announce improvements to Machu Picchu, Inca Trail ticket sales
Ministers Alberto Beingolea (Culture) and Rogers Valencia (Foreign Trade and Tourism), joined by National Service of Natural Areas Protected by the Peruvian State (Sernanp) Chairman Jose Carlos Nieto Navarrete, recently announced major improvements to the ticket sales system for access to the Machupicchu Llaqta and the Inca Trail Network.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026
Peru: Executive Branch requests Senate to authorize President Fujimori's U.S. trip
The Executive Branch requested that the Senate authorize President Keiko Fujimori to travel to New York City, United States, from September 21 to 25, 2026, to participate in the 81st session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026
Peru's President: Alvaro Vargas Llosa will become Ambassador to U.S.
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated that writer Alvaro Vargas Llosa has accepted her Government's proposal to serve as Peru's Ambassador to the United States, based in Washington, D.C.
Sat, 12 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori announces US$10 million in Japanese aid to address El Niño
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, announced that the Japanese Government, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has confirmed US$10 million in machinery aid to address the impact of El Niño phenomenon in Peru.
Sat, 12 Sep 2026
Peru's President: Zulema Tomas meets requirements to head EsSalud
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Friday stated that Dr. Zulema Tomas meets the requirements to become the next Executive President of the Social Health Insurance System (EsSalud).
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
Peru: Gov't prepares supplementary credit to modernize police stations, buy patrol cars
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Friday said the Executive Branch is preparing a supplementary credit package for the citizen security sector aimed at strengthening the National Police's infrastructure and equipment.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
Peru: Shining Path terrorist ringleader Comrade Artemio gets second life term
The Third National Superior Prosecutor's Office Specialized in Human Rights and Counterterrorism, headed by Superior Prosecutor Andres Montoya Mendoza, secured a life sentence against Florindo Flores, a.k.a. Comrade Artemio, for aggravated terrorism and acts committed in 1996.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori calls on Congress to expedite legislative powers
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Friday called on Congress to expedite the Government's request for legislative powers.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori attends session marking Ombudsman's 30th anniversary
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, participated in the solemn session marking the 30th anniversary of the Ombudsman's Office on Friday.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
Peru begins Unitas 2026 Military Exercises with naval forces from 23 countries
More than 5,000 military personnel from the naval forces of 23 countries will participate in the 64th edition of the Unitas exercises held in Peru from September 10 to 24.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
MEF: Peru to boost growth through investment, productivity, and better services
Economy and Finance Minister Elmer Cuba stated that the Government seeks to harness momentum shown by the Peruvian economy to foster an agenda focused on growth, investment, and improved public services, aimed at closing gaps and creating greater opportunities for the population.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
Foreign Minister: President Fujimori plans to attend UN General Assembly
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa said that President Keiko Fujimori is expected to travel to the United States to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, to be held from September 21 to 25.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026