Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Friday, August 14, 2026.
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Peru: Foreign Affairs Minister meets with U.S. and Chinese Ambassadors
Peru's Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa held separate meetings with Ambassadors Bernie Navarro (United States of America) and Song Yang (People's Republic of China) on Thursday.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Peru: Defense Minister visits Army barracks preparing to face El Niño in Tumbes
Defense Minister Rafael Belaunde supervised troop and equipment preparations at the Peruvian Army's Chamochumbi and 5 de Julio Forts, in Tumbes province, to address the threat posed by El Niño phenomenon.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Colombia's Government thanks Peru for humanitarian aid
The Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the aircraft carrying humanitarian aid sent by the Peruvian Government arrived in Cali on the night of Wednesday, August 12.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Peru's President: This Government will take action over fuel price hike
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Thursday that her Government is considering measures to address the fuel price hike.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Peru's President: My duty is to listen and solve population's problems
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, said in Tumbes on Thursday that her duty is to listen to and solve the population's problems.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Finding in Peru's Machu Picchu: LiDAR detects 2.5 km of Inca trails
A new archaeological discovery in Machu Picchu has surprised the scientific community.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori lands in Tumbes to oversee actions against El Niño
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, arrived in Peru’s northern Tumbes region on Thursday to oversee river-cleaning efforts aimed at preventing possible damage from El Niño phenomenon.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Foreign Minister: Pope Leo XIV to celebrate St. Toribio's canonization anniversary in Peru
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa announced part of Pope Leo XIV's itinerary in advance for his apostolic visit to Peru.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Why is Peru highly seismic? What tectonic plates and faults are present?
Although earthquakes in Peru are mainly linked to its location in the so-called "Pacific Ring of Fire," where 85% of the world's seismic activity occurs, there are other factors that influence their frequency in the country.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
BCR: Banks and economic analysts raise Peru's growth forecasts for 2026
Economic analysts and financial institutions raised their growth forecast for Peru in 2026, according to the Central Reserve Bank's (BCR) latest Macroeconomic Expectations Survey for July.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Peru: Mining investment exceeds US$3.304 billion in 1H 2026, up 42.7%
Mining investment totaled US$3.304 billion between January and June this year, marking a 42.7% increase from the same period in 2025, when it amounted to US$2.3152 billion, according to figures from the Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem).
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Peru: Government declares Pope Leo XIV's visit of national interest
The Government of President Keiko Fujimori approved declaring Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru, scheduled for November 11–17, 2026, of national interest.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Why does Peru remain attractive to investors?
The Peruvian economy remains attractive to investors across various productive sectors. Nevertheless, although its growth has remained moderate, it now has favorable prospects for the coming years.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Peru's President: 'Trust this Government; it will restore order and tranquility'
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Wednesday called on the population to trust her Government, which will restore order and tranquility to Peruvians through various strategies and plans involving the institutions concerned.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Peru takes lead in port services with new DP World investment
Transportation and Communications Minister Rafael Rey stated on Wednesday that the implementation of the Shore Power system at Callao Port's South Pier once again places Peru at the forefront of port services and strengthens its competitiveness within the global maritime transport chain.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Peru: Machu Picchu recorded over 91,000 visitors beyond capacity in 2024 and 2025
Between 2024 and 2025, an excess of 91,836 visitors was recorded at the Inca citadel (llaqta) of Machu Picchu, Cusco region, because their entry was not counted as part of the permitted visitor capacity at this world wonder, the Office of the Comptroller General of the Republic revealed Wednesday.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Why is Peru highly seismic? What tectonic plates and faults are present?
Although earthquakes in Peru are mainly linked to its location in the so-called "Pacific Ring of Fire," where 85% of the world's seismic activity occurs, there are other factors that influence their frequency in the country.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
President Fujimori: Peru wants to be at the forefront of port modernization
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Wednesday that Peru aims to be at the forefront of port modernization and energy transition, which will allow foreign trade to continue growing, generating more opportunities for all compatriots.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori attends Callao's South Pier modernization ceremony
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, attended on Wednesday the ceremony marking the start of the decarbonization and modernization of Callao Port.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Peru: Foreign Minister talks with Chile's Ambassador to strengthen bilateral agenda
Peruvian Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa held a working meeting with Chilean Ambassador Milenko Skoknic to consolidate neighborly relations and regional integration.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026