Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Friday, September 18, 2026.
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MEF: Peru's economy marks 28 consecutive months of growth through July 2026
The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) reported that Peru's GDP grew 3.6% in July 2026, up from the previous month, marking 28 consecutive months of growth.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
Peru: Burials found at colonial church in Pacasmayo destroyed by 1619 earthquake
Excavations carried out at the former church of Pueblo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe (The Town of Our Lady of Guadalupe) in Anlape, Pacasmayo province, northern La Libertad region, have revealed that the temple continued to be used for burials after the earthquake that destroyed the settlement in 1619.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru: President Keiko Fujimori guarantees joint State efforts against El Niño
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Thursday guaranteed joint State efforts to mitigate the effects of El Niño phenomenon.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru: Police assist Canadian tourist after suffering health problems in Huayhuash
The Canadian tourist who activated a satellite alert while in the Huayhuash Mountain Range, Ancash region, was assisted by rescue teams from the Peruvian National Police and members of the Socorro Andino mountain rescue group after experiencing health problems during her stay in this high-altitude area.
Thu, 17 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.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
President Fujimori to address UN on crime fight and promote investment in Peru
During her address at the United Nations General Assembly, the President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, will outline the Government's actions to combat international crime.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru: Government has US$535 million-plus for El Niño prevention works
The Executive Branch has more than S/1.8 billion (above US$535 million) at its disposal to carry out prevention works in preparation for El Niño phenomenon, Agrarian Development and Irrigation Minister Marco Vinelli revealed on Thursday.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru: Agro-exports continue to grow, reach US$6.84 billion in Jan-Jul 2026
The Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) reported that Peru's agro-exports totaled US$6.84 billion during the first seven months of this year (January-July), a 2.5% increase compared with the same period in 2025, reaffirming the sector's competitiveness and dynamism in international markets.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru's Min: Government preparing initiatives to streamline mining exploration permits
Energy and Mines Minister Guillermo Shinno reported that the Executive Branch is preparing initiatives to continue facilitating mining exploration permits, considering that this activity is vital to securing and advancing new projects in the sector.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru Pre-Hispanic 'die' discovered at Ollape dates to Inca period, may have had ritual use
The Pishca, or Pichca, a pre-Hispanic object resembling a "die" discovered at the Ollape archaeological site, is the first of its kind found in northern Peru.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru: Senate approves report ratifying Julio Velarde as BCR Governor
The Republic's Senate Plenary, presided over by Miguel Torres, approved the report on Wednesday evening recommending the ratification of Julio Velarde Flores as Central Reserve Bank (BCR) Governor.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru: Foreign Affairs Minister reports on incorporation into 'Shield of the Americas'
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa appeared before the Senate Plenary on Wednesday afternoon to report on Peru's incorporation into the "Shield of the Americas."
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Peru: Senate authorizes President Fujimori's trip to U.S.
The Senate Plenary approved Draft Legislative Resolution No. 00008-2026-2031-S authorizing President Keiko Fujimori to leave the national territory from September 21 to 25, 2026, to travel to New York City, United States, and participate in the United Nations General Assembly.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Peru's President: Our vision is to build a more productive and inclusive economy
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Wednesday that the Government's vision is to build a more productive, competitive, and inclusive economy that generates benefits for all Peruvians throughout the national territory and fosters development.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori introduces High-Level Commissioners for reforms
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Wednesday introduced the High-Level Commissioners for structural reforms and increased productivity in Peru.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
BCR: Peru's exports totaled US$10.068 billion, up 33.4% in July 2026
Total exports amounted to US$10.068 billion in July this year, a 33.4% increase compared with the same period in 2025, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
President: Government to support police who risk their lives to protect Peruvians
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Wednesday expressed her Government's firm support for and recognition of police personnel who risk their lives to protect citizens amid the fight against violence and crime.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Peru: President leads ceremony to recognize new PNP General Commander
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, led on Wednesday the ceremony marking the change of command and recognition of Peruvian National Police (PNP) Lieutenant General Fredy Lopez Mendoza as the new General Commander.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Peru: Members appointed to Presidential Office Advisory Commission
The Executive Branch has appointed the members of the Presidential Office Advisory Commission through a supreme resolution published in the Legal Regulations section of the Official Gazette El Peruano.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Peru strengthens cooperation with UN to combat organized crime
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa held a meeting with United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Regional Representative Amado de Andres and the organization's Operations Division Director Bo Mathiasen, with the aim of strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026