Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
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Stay informed with the latest and most important news from Peru. Covering politics, economy, society, and more.
Peru to record the highest export growth rate in Latin America and the Caribbean region
Peru is set to record the highest export growth rate in the region in 2026, with a projected annual expansion of 30%, bolstered by the prices of metals such as copper and gold, according to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (CEPAL by its acronym in Spanish)
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
Peru will conduct a new study to determine Machu Picchu’s capacity to receive visitors
Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism Rogers Valencia announced that an updated "Carrying Capacity and Limit of Acceptable Change" study will be conducted for the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
Peru and the United States discuss measures to address the El Niño phenomenon
Foreign Minister Carlos Espá held a meeting today with Ryan Shrum, a senior official from the United States Office of Humanitarian and Disaster Response, and U.S. Ambassador Bernie Navarro. The discussion focused on U.S. cooperation with Peru in light of the imminent impacts of the El Niño phenomenon.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori and her Ecuadorian counterpart, Daniel Noboa, meet today in Lima
President of the Republic Keiko Fujimori is hosting her Ecuadorian counterpart, Daniel Noboa, at the Government Palace today for the Presidential Meeting and the 17th Binational Cabinet.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
Senate Constitution Committee approves delegating legislative powers on 27 issues
The Senate Constitution Committee has approved a bill granting the Executive Branch delegated powers to legislate for 90 days on 27 specific issues related to public security and the El Niño phenomenon.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori inaugurates an electrical system benefiting 120,000 inhabitants
President Keiko Fujimori highlighted today that the launch of an electrical system in Iberia and surrounding localities in the Madre de Dios region will drive a major transformation and usher in a new phase of development for more than 120,000 families in the Amazon territory.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
South Korea seeks to strengthen investments and bilateral relations with Peru
The history of the Republic of South Korea—with its capital, Seoul—is a success story that began to shine in the final decades of the 20th century, and Peru has so many lessons to learn from this Asia country.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
The film “The Painter of Miracles” comes in October to the movie theaters!
On October 29, cinemas across the country will premiere “The Painter of Miracles” (“El Pintor de los Milagros”), a Peruvian production that, for the first time on the big screen, recounts the story of the man who conceived the image of the Lord of Miracles—a symbol of faith, identity, and hope for millions of Peruvians and catholic people around the world.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Foreign ministers of Peru and Ecuador kick off the 18th Neighborhood Commission in Lima
The Foreign Ministers of Peru, Carlos Espá, and Ecuador, Roberto Kury Pesantes, kick off the 18th Peruvian-Ecuadorian Neighborhood Commission in Lima, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation and address the shared priorities of both countries.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Heatwave in Cusco: Imperial City records temperatures of up to 30°C in october
The cities of Cusco and Urubamba, located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, have seen temperatures exceed 28°C and 30°C this month—surpassing figures recorded during the same period in previous years—according to the National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology (Senamhi).
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
President Keiko Fujimori arrives in Madre de Dios to inaugurate electrification projects
President of the Republic Keiko Fujimori has arrived in the Madre de Dios region to inaugurate two major electrification projects. These initiatives will integrate more than 152,000 residents of the region into the National Interconnected Electric System (SEIN), ensuring a more reliable and secure energy supply.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Planning to visit the ExpoAmazónica Ucayali 2026 fair? Discover the local attractions!
With ExpoAmazónica Ucayali 2026—the most significant fair in the Peruvian Amazon—just days away, we take a look at the production, tourism, and cultural offerings that will be presented to attendees. The event will be held from October 22 to 25 at the Yarinacocha Fairgrounds in the city of Pucallpa.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Minister of Culture hopes the Senate will approve the full request for legislative powers
Minister of Culture Alberto Beingolea stated today that he hopes for further reflection from the Senate, so that they may understand the necessity of fully approving the request for legislative powers submitted by the Executive Branch.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Leading economic indicators point to sustained momentum in Peru’s non-primary sectors
Leading indicators of economic activity in Peru point to sustained momentum in the country’s non-primary sectors, particularly in household consumption, the Peruvian Institute of Economics (IPE) noted.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Peru extends condolences to Canada over military base fire
Peru, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, expressed its condolences to the Canadian Government and people over the loss of life and injuries caused by a fire in a military facility.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Peru: President Fujimori welcomes Lord of Miracles at Government Palace
Amid an atmosphere of profound religious fervor, President Keiko Fujimori welcomed and paid tribute to the sacred image of the Lord of Miracles at the Government Palace's Courtyard of Honor on Sunday.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Peru: Mincetur opens consultation to attract international film productions
Peru seeks to showcase its diverse landscapes, cultural heritage, and tourist destinations to the world through cinema and audiovisual productions.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026
Peru: President holds working meetings with Education and Foreign Affairs Ministers
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, held working meetings with Ministers Jose Antonio Chang (Education) and Carlos Espa (Foreign Affairs) at the Government Palace in Lima on Saturday.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: When will the official results be announced?
The official results of the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections (ERM) will be available once challenged electoral records have been resolved, pending vote recounts have been completed, and the electoral processing required to proclaim the elected authorities has been finalized.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
Peru: President Fujimori meets with Andean Community Secretary-General
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, met with Andean Community Secretary-General Gonzalo Gutierrez to discuss the main guidelines for the regional bloc's Pro-Tempore Presidency, which Peru will hold for the 2026–2027 period.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026