Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Thursday, September 3, 2026.
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Peru: President urges Congress to expedite powers request to tackle crime
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, called on Congress on Thursday to expedite its review of the Executive Branch's request for legislative powers to obtain new tools to combat organized crime.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
MEF: Peru's economy shows strong performance due to 15% private investment expansion
Economy and Finance Minister Elmer Cuba stated on Thursday that Peru's economic activity is performing well this year due to 15% growth in private investment, despite El Niño phenomenon.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori lands in San Martin region to boost support for farmers
Continuing her working agenda across the country, President Keiko Fujimori arrived on Thursday in San Martin region, where she will carry out activities aimed at strengthening the development and legal certainty for agricultural producers.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru's PM: 2027 Budget to mark turning point in resuming growth path
The Public Sector Budget Bill for Fiscal Year 2027, prepared by the Executive Branch, will mark a turning point for Peru by helping restore productive dynamism and resume the path of growth and economic expansion.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru: Who is Jhonsson Cruz and why is he considered one of the bloodiest criminals?
At 17, most young people envision a future far from crime, but Jhonsson Smith Cruz Torres, now 30, took the reins of a bloody legacy.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru: Prime Minister presents budget bill to Congress
Prime Minister Luis Galarreta supported on Thursday the 2027 Public Sector Budget, Public Sector Indebtedness, and Financial Balance bills before Congress.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru: Tourist entry to Machu Picchu Inca Trail will resume on Sep 5
The Inca Trail to the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu will reopen to tourists on Saturday, September 5, the Decentralized Directorate of Culture (DDC) in Cusco and the National Service of Natural Areas Protected by the Peruvian State (Sernanp) confirmed.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
FTA with Hong Kong helps consolidate Peru's presence in Asian markets
The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Hong Kong, which entered into force recently, helps consolidate Peru's presence in Asian markets, said Jose Luis Castillo, director general of International Trade Negotiations at the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur).
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru: Consumer credit expands 11.5% year-on-year in July 2026
Year-on-year growth in consumer credit accelerated from 10.6% in June to 11.5% in July 2026, while consumer credit increased by 1.4% month-on-month, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) highlighted.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
BCR: Mortgage lending accelerates in Peru, up 7.6% year-on-year in July 2026
Mortgage loan placements recorded a year-on-year growth rate of 7.6% in July 2026, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru expects to sign FTA with Thailand between October and November 2026
Peru expects to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Thailand in the fourth quarter of this year, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) announced.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Peru: 'Los Pulpos' criminal organization ringleader lands in Lima to face justice
Jhonsson Cruz Torres (alias "Jhonsson Pulpo"), ringleader of the "Los Pulpos" criminal organization, finally arrived in the Peruvian capital from the city of Juliaca on Wednesday afternoon, following his expulsion from Bolivia, where he was captured after years as a fugitive from justice.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Peru: President announces 'Services for Taxes' to speed up El Niño response
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Wednesday announced the upcoming approval of "Services for Taxes" as part of Government measures to strengthen the country's preparedness for the El Niño phenomenon.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Peru: President highlights work by PNP, Bolivia, and FBI to capture 'Jhonsson Pulpo'
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Wednesday highlighted the joint efforts carried out by the Peruvian National Police (PNP), the Bolivian police and the FBI to capture the ringleader of the criminal organization "Los Pulpos," Jhonsson Smit Cruz Torres, in the city of La Paz, Bolivia.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori delivers 20 water pumps to Piura district mayors
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, delivered 20 water pumps to the mayors of five districts in northern Piura province on Wednesday as part of government measures to address eventual rainfall resulting from the El Niño phenomenon.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Peru fosters cooperation actions on El Nino and dengue at APEC China 2026
Peru participated in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum's Third Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM3) in Dalian, People's Republic of China, from August 17 to 28.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Peru: Who is Jhonsson Cruz and why is he considered one of the bloodiest criminals?
At 17, most young people envision a future far from crime, but Jhonsson Smith Cruz Torres, now 30, took the reins of a bloody legacy.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Peru: President lands in Piura to oversee El Niño prevention measures
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, arrived in northern Piura region Wednesday morning, where she will oversee measures being implemented to address the El Niño phenomenon.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Peru: Government projects tourism sector to account for 3.7% of GDP in 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) revealed that the tourism sector is expected to account for 3.7% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by the end of this year.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
BCR: Peru's domestic demand continues to grow, up 5.2% in 2Q 2026
Domestic demand grew 5.2% in the second quarter of 2026 (April-May-June) due to a 5.9% increase in private spending, particularly private investment, although higher public consumption also contributed, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026