Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
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Peru: PM evaluates security measures with Police general commander
Prime Minister Luis Galarreta met with Peruvian National Police (PNP) General Commander Fredy Lopez to evaluate ongoing actions and planned measures to strengthen citizen security.
Wed, 30 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.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
Peru: Prime Minister meets with CAF Executive Vice President
Peruvian Prime Minister Luis Galarreta met with Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) Executive Vice President Gianpiero Leoncini.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
Peru: Exporting companies up 3.4% from Jan to Jul 2026
A total of 7,731 Peruvian companies exported goods worldwide in the first seven months of 2026, a 3.4% increase compared with the same period last year (7,476), the Peruvian Exporters Association (ADEX) reported.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
Peru: Congress Chairman reaffirms commitment to legal stability, boosting investment
Congress Chairman Miguel Torres participated as a speaker at the business dinner "Peru Agenda 2027 – Government and Business: Priorities, Challenges, and Investment," organized by SwissCham Peru and the Canada-Peru Chamber of Commerce in Lima.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
Gran Pajaten: Key facts about Peru's almost hidden archaeological gem in the jungle
Gran Pajaten is one of Peru's most enigmatic and impressive archaeological sites. It is attracting growing scientific interest as researchers seek to unravel its mysteries, as well as increasing attention from tourists eager to admire its imposing presence within the northeastern Amazon rainforest.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
Peru's President: We hope Congress will rise to the challenges facing Peru
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, expressed her expectation on Tuesday that Congress will make a decision on the legislative powers request submitted by the Executive Branch and rise to the challenges facing the country, particularly crime and the El Niño phenomenon alert.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
President: We will take necessary measures against crime with or without legislative power
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Tuesday that the Government will take all necessary measures to tackle crime, regardless of whether Congress grants the legislative powers it has requested.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru leads global blueberry production and exports, surpassing Chile and Spain
Fresh blueberry exports continue to rise, and Peru remained the world's leading producer and exporter of this fruit by the end of 2025, surpassing Chile and Spain, the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) reported on Tuesday.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru: Mining exports up 55.4% through July 2026, totaling US$49.584 billion
Peru's mining exports totaled US$49.584 billion between January and July 2026, a 55.4% growth compared with the same period in 2025, when they amounted to US$31.913 billion, the National Society of Mining, Oil, and Energy (SNMPE) reported.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$96.946 bn on Sep 22
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$96.946 billion as of September 22, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru: Minister and Panama's Ambassador reaffirm intention to strengthen political dialogue
Peru's Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa held a working meeting with Panama's Ambassador, Dante Pescetto.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru's Foreign Minister on powers request: 'I hope the patriotic spirit will prevail'
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa said he hopes the patriotic spirit will prevail in Congress and that lawmakers will grant the Executive Branch legislative powers, allowing it to wage a frontal fight against crime.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Foreign Affairs Ministry: Peru reaffirms commitment to peaceful use of nuclear energy
Peru participated in the 70th International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru's BCR: Construction sector up 9.9% in July 2026
The construction sector grew 9.9% in July 2026 compared with the same month in 2025, driven by increased activity in private and public works, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 29 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.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru's President: Wage increase to benefit 600,000 workers' households
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday highlighted the Executive Branch's efforts to make the increase in the Minimum Living Wage possible, a decision that will have a positive impact on the households of thousands of workers across the country.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru: President signs decree raising Minimum Living Wage
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday signed the supreme decree that sets in motion the gradual increase in the Minimum Living Wage (RMV) to S/1,300 (about US$381). This measure will benefit 600,000 workers and allow economic growth to have a direct impact on their households.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
President Fujimori: Peru is a country capable of generating confidence
In reviewing her recent trip to the United States, where she attended the United Nations General Assembly, President Keiko Fujimori stated that Peru is a country capable of generating confidence around the world and reaffirmed that her Government is working to ensure Peruvians' safety.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: ONPE coordinates election security measures with Armed Forces
The National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) and the Joint Command of the Armed Forces (CCFFAA) held a coordination meeting to ensure security during the elections to be held nationwide on Sunday, October 4.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026