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Peru's Breaking News for Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
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Peru presents sustainable housing, water projects at French Embassy roadshow
At a meeting with companies and cooperation agencies organized by the Embassy of France in Peru, Housing, Construction and Sanitation Minister Mauricio Arnillas presented a portfolio of sustainable housing, water, and sanitation projects aimed at fostering dialogue on collaboration and investment opportunities to help close gaps affecting millions of Peruvians.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026
Peru: Foreign Affairs Minister meets with OAS/EOM Chief
Peru's Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa received the Organization of American States (OAS) Electoral Observation Mission (EOM) Chief, Victor Rico, on the occasion of the recently held 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$92.736 bn on Sep 29
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$92.736 billion as of September 29, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026
Peru: Cusco Culture activates alert at archaeological sites as forest blazes increase
Given the increase in forest blazes registered in Peru's southeastern Cusco region, the Decentralized Culture Directorate (DDC) placed archaeological parks, areas, and sites on permanent alert to strengthen prevention, monitoring, communication, coordination, and immediate response efforts in the event of any emergency that could put cultural heritage at risk.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026
MEF: Peru's economy projected to grow 3.4% despite El Niño phenomenon
The Peruvian economy is expected to grow 3.4% by the end of this year, despite El Niño phenomenon, driven by better economic momentum, strong domestic demand, greater private investment, and higher prices for exported minerals, Economy and Finance Minister Elmer Cuba stated.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026
BCR: Peru's consumer credit accelerates, up 12.7% year-on-year in Aug 2026
The annual growth rate of consumer credit accelerated from 11.5% in July to 12.7% in August 2026, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026
Peru: Fruit and vegetable exports dominate foreign markets, up 14.9%
Peruvian fruits and vegetables continue to gain ground in international markets.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru's President: I am not afraid and will not back down in efforts to restore order
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Monday that the threats made against her will not deter her Government's efforts to restore order and strengthen security in the country.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: What steps remain before the final election results are known?
The 100% vote count for the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections (ERM) will be reached once electoral records with observations have been reviewed and resolved by the corresponding electoral bodies and then incorporated into the National Office of Electoral Processes' (ONPE) official count.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru seeks to boost competitiveness and integration of tourist destinations
During its second session, members of the Air Connectivity Working Group, led by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur), prioritized the issues that will guide their joint work agenda to strengthen air connectivity as a pillar of competitiveness for Peru's economy.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
BCR: Credit to Peru's private sector up 10.3% year-on-year in Aug 2026
Total credit to the private sector, which includes loans granted by banks, financial institutions, municipal and rural savings banks, and cooperatives, increased its year-on-year growth rate from 9.4% in July to 10.3% in August 2026, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru: President Fujimori hopes powers will be expanded at Chamber of Deputies session
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday said she hopes the legislative powers requested by the Executive Branch will be expanded in the coming days during the plenary session of the Chamber of Deputies.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru's President to elected officials: Let's work together as one great team
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday called on the newly-elected authorities in the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections to work "hand in hand and as one great team."
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru: President Fujimori delivers more than 320 title deeds
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday led the ceremony to deliver 326 title deeds benefiting more than 1,300 residents of various human settlements, young towns, and other organizations in Lima's San Juan de Lurigancho district.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru seeks to boost US$149 million in exports to Australia at mining fair
Peru will seek to boost exports worth US$149 million to Australia as part of its participation in the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2026, the most influential international mining and resources event in the Asia-Pacific region, which will be held in Sydney, Australia, from October 25 to 29 this year.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$92.736 bn on Sep 29
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$92.736 billion as of September 29, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Peru's ONPE at 44.7%: Popular Renewal 28.37%, Francis Allison 27.73%
With 44.776% of tally sheets counted by the National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) as of Monday at 00:08, the Popular Renewal slate for the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima ranked first, garnering 28.375% of the vote.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Exit Poll: Popular Renewal Party 31.2%, Allison 25.2%, Bruce 15.9%, and Urresti 8.7%
The list fielded by Popular Renewal Party for the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima, with Rafael Lopez Aliaga as its first councilor candidate, received 31.2% of the preferences, followed by mayoral candidates Francis Allison (Go on Country Party) with 25.2%, Carlos Bruce (We Are Peru Democratic Party) with 15.9%, and Daniel Urresti (We Can Peru Party) with 8.7%, according to an exit poll conducted by America TV/Datum Internacional.
Sun, 04 Oct 2026
Peru: President Fujimori pursues work agenda at Government Palace
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, carried out official activities at the Government Palace in Lima on Sunday, after having cast her ballot at Libertador San Martin School in San Borja district this morning.
Sun, 04 Oct 2026
Peru: Mining investment rises 45% to US$4.117 billion in Jan-Jul 2026
Mining investment in Peru totaled US$4.117 billion between January and July this year, representing a 45% increase compared with the same period in 2025 (US$2.839 billion), the Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem) reported.
Sun, 04 Oct 2026