Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Thursday, September 10, 2026.
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Peru: Grape exports totaled US$790 million in 1H 2026
Peru remains the world's leading producer and exporter of table grapes. The Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) reported that grape exports totaled US$790 million in the first half of this year, a 17.1% increase compared with the same period in 2025.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026
U.S. Secretary of State arrives in Peru
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Peru on Wednesday evening.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru's President: We will defend the environment, promote sustainable investment
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, reaffirmed on Wednesday her administration's commitment to environmental protection and the promotion of sustainable investment, stating that both objectives can advance together and contribute to economic growth and the population's well-being.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Minister: Peru can establish itself as key player in critical minerals supply chain
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa stated on Wednesday that Peru has exceptional conditions to establish itself as a key player in global mineral supply chains, amid an international transition toward clean energy.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
President Fujimori: Peru welcomes responsible mining investment
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Wednesday welcomed responsible mining investment and pledged to promote it in the country, saying it means jobs, infrastructure, services, and opportunities for our regions.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori participates in Expomina 2026 inauguration ceremony
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, participated on Wednesday in the inauguration ceremony of Expomina Peru 2026, considered the world's fifth-largest mining fair.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Cusco: 3 key moments of his upcoming visit to Peru's Imperial City
Pope Leo XIV's visit to Cusco will comprise three main events, allowing the Supreme Pontiff to meet with Church representatives, local residents, and the thousands of visitors who will arrive in the Imperial City from different regions of Peru and abroad, Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister Rogers Valencia stated.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru: Exports grow 33% through July, surpassing US$63 billion
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) reported that Peruvian goods exports increased 33% year-on-year during the first seven months of 2026, reaching US$63.521 billion.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru seeks to establish itself as one of the region's AI benchmarks
"For our country, artificial intelligence is no longer just a technological advance; it is a fundamental axis of economic development, competitiveness, and capacity building," said Ricardo Zapata, Government and Digital Transformation Secretary at the Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM).
Wed, 09 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.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru: Exports to U.S. total US$6 billion in 1H 2026, up 20%
Peruvian exports to the United States reached nearly US$6 billion in the first six months of the year, a 20% increase from the same period in 2025, Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister Rogers Valencia reported.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru: Country risk down to 109, below region's average
The country risk—measured by the EMBIG Peru spread—decreased 4 basis points (bps) from 113 to 109 between August 26 and September 2, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru: President addresses support for El Niño response with JICA
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, met with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) President Tanaka Akihiko, who expressed his full willingness to provide cooperation and strategic support to the Government of Peru in response to El Niño phenomenon.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru and Japan to promote investment and technical cooperation in mining
Peru's Energy and Mines Minister Guillermo Shinno began his activities with Japanese authorities, aiming to strengthen the strategic partnership under the 2024–2033 Roadmap with the Asian country, through concrete cooperation initiatives in mining technology and innovation.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Peru: Funerary platform with 38 high-status individuals uncovered at Chan Chan
An impressive discovery in Peru's history was made at Chan Chan, located on Peru's northern coast. An almost intact funerary platform was uncovered, preserving the remains of 38 high-status individuals, along with their respective grave goods and artifacts that had remained hidden for more than 600 years.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Peru: President leads modular bridge deployment to ensure connectivity amid El Niño
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, led the transportation of 25 metal modular bridges on Tuesday to areas in northern and southern Peru, as part of preventive measures aimed at ensuring road connectivity and strengthening response capacity in the event of possible emergencies caused by El Niño phenomenon.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Peru: Government and U.S. Embassy sign MOU to boost AI development
As part of the Executive Branch's decision to address artificial intelligence (AI) as a State policy, Prime Minister Luis Galarreta and United States Ambassador to Peru Bernie Navarro signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to boost strategic cooperation between the two institutions in this technological field.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Peru's President: Government will address population's needs in response to El Niño
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, underscored on Tuesday that the Government will be present to address the population's needs in response to the effects of El Niño phenomenon.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Peru: Foreign Ministry to make utmost efforts to ensure successful Pope Leo XIV visit
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa said on Tuesday that his sector will make its utmost efforts to coordinate with other sectors to help ensure a successful visit by Pope Leo XIV, which will contribute to bringing all Peruvians together.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Peru rises to 25th in global reputation, leads Latin America
The Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism (PromPeru) reported on Tuesday that Peru is strengthening its international reputation and recording the largest increase in the pride its citizens feel in their country, according to the results of the RepCore® Nations 2026 study, conducted by Reputation Lab.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026