Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
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Stay informed with the latest and most important news from Peru. Covering politics, economy, society, and more.
Peru: President Balcazar participates in National Agreement Forum informational session
The President of the Republic, Jose Maria Balcazar, participates in the National Agreement Forum's informational session.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
Peru: 10 people die after house fire in Lima's La Victoria district
A major fire that broke out early Wednesday morning at a house on the 400 block of Pisagua Street in Lima's La Victoria district left 10 people dead, including five children, Peruvian National Police (PNP) Commander General Oscar Arriola reported.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
Foreign Affairs Ministry honors Peru's USAR Group for search and rescue in Venezuela
In recognition of its courage, professionalism, and outstanding work in the search and rescue operations following the twin earthquakes in Venezuela, Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Pareja awarded the Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Group of the General Corps of Volunteer Firefighters of Peru (CGBVP) the Order of Merit of the Diplomatic Service of Peru "Jose Gregorio Paz Soldan."
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
'More Peruvian Than Ever' campaign seeks to strengthen national pride and identity
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur), through the Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism (PromPeru), launched the nationwide "More Peruvian Than Ever" campaign.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
Peru: Mining exports total US$35.611 billion, up 59.7% between January and May
Peruvian mining exports reached US$35.611 billion between January and May 2026, a 59.7% increase from the same period last year, when they totaled US$22.304 billion, the National Society of Mining, Oil, and Energy (SNMPE) reported.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
Peru: President-elect Fujimori meets with Chilean Ambassador
Just days before the transfer of power, President-elect Keiko Fujimori on Tuesday met with Chilean Ambassador Milenko Skoknic to coordinate the details of President Jose Antonio Kast's upcoming visit to Peru.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
Peru: Country risk down to 105, below region's average
The country risk—measured by the EMBIG Peru spread—decreased 3 basis points (bps) from 108 to 105 between July 8 and 15, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
President receives credential from Ambassadors of Palestine, Switzerland, Honduras, Israel
The President of the Republic, Jose Maria Balcazar, on Tuesday received the credentials of the Ambassadors of the State of Palestine, the Swiss Confederation, the Republic of Honduras, and the State of Israel.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru: President-elect's Office maintains ongoing dialogue with citizenry
The Office of President-elect Keiko Fujimori holds a series of meetings with representatives from various sectors across the country to gather their main proposals and needs, as well as to incorporate them into the incoming administration's agenda.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru: These are the high-ranking dignitaries to attend presidential inauguration
On July 28, the presidential inauguration and transfer of power ceremony will mark the swearing-in of Keiko Fujimori as President of the Republic.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru: Pisco exports gain ground in new markets
The Exporters Association (Adex) reported on Tuesday that the United States remained the main destination market for shipments of Pisco, Peru's flagship drink, accounting for 31% of total exports between January and May 2026.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru: Police arrest two suspected counterfeiters of Machu Picchu entrance tickets
Police agents from the Machu Picchu Police Station, located in the Cusco district of the same name, apprehended two men, suspected members of the criminal gang "Los Malditos de Photoshop" (The Damned of Photoshop), for allegedly counterfeiting entrance tickets to Machu Picchu Archaeological Park.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru's economy estimated to have grown around 3% in 2Q 2026
Peru's economy may have grown by around 3% during the second quarter of this year (April-June), taking into account the impact El Niño phenomenon is having on the country's productive activity, according to Scotiabank's Economic Studies Department.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$99.489 bn on July 14
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$99.489 billion as of July 14, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Pacatnamu may revolutionize knowledge of northern Peru's ancient civilizations
The sacred city of Pacatnamu could become one of Peru's most important archaeological projects because of its potential to reveal previously unknown aspects of the political, religious, and ceremonial organization of the pre-Hispanic societies of the northern coast.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
BCR: Peru's exports rose 38.9% in May, surpassing US$9.4 billion
Peru's exports totaled US$9.415 billion in May 2026, marking a 38.9% increase compared with the same month a year earlier, driven mainly by higher international prices for the country's leading export products and, to a lesser extent, by a greater volume of shipments, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru: President Balcazar highlights women artisans as drivers of family economy
During a recognition ceremony honoring women textile artisans from Qallwa, San Miguel province (Cajamarca region), President Jose Maria Balcazar highlighted the contribution these entrepreneurs make to their families' economies.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru expresses solidarity with Guyana following ferry disaster
The Peruvian Government has extended its solidarity to the Government and people of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana following the tragic sinking of the MV Barima ferry last Saturday.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Peru: Foreign Minister confirms high-ranking dignitaries for presidential inauguration
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Pareja on Monday announced that King Felipe VI of Spain and several heads of state from across the region will attend the inauguration of President-elect Keiko Fujimori.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026
The World's 50 Best to make Peru global gastronomy epicenter
Lima will once again capture the world's attention by hosting The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2026, widely regarded as the most prestigious event in international gastronomy.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026