Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Thursday, November 12, 2026.
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Peru: President Fujimori's travel authorization to China and Japan made official
The Senate of the Republic on Wednesday formalized the legislative resolution authorizing President Keiko Fujimori's trip to the People's Republic of China and Japan from November 15 to 21, 2026.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV spends first night at Apostolic Nunciature; prays the Our Father
Pope Leo XIV arrived at the Apostolic Nunciature—the Vatican's diplomatic headquarters in Lima's Jesús María district—on Wednesday night, where he is spending his first night in Peru after completing the official activities scheduled for the first day of his apostolic visit to the country.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Peru: President Fujimori holds audience with Pope Leo XIV
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, held an audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Government Palace on Wednesday evening, as part of the Holy Father's apostolic visit to Peru.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Peru's President: Pope Leo XIV's historic visit calls us to reconciliation
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Wednesday evening that Pope Leo XIV's historic visit to the country is a call for national reconciliation and the search for common ground.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: I can tell you with profound gratitude I am returning to my homeland
Pope Leo XIV expressed his profound joy at returning to Peru, a country he identified as his homeland.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Peru: Pope Leo XIV leads meeting with authorities, civil society, and the diplomatic corps
Pope Leo XIV arrived at the Grand National Theater on Wednesday evening.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Peru: President Fujimori welcomes Pope Leo XIV at Government Palace
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, welcomed His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at Government Palace on Wednesday evening, as the Holy Father began his apostolic visit to Peru.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Child welcomes him with a heartwarming hug
A child starred in one of the most moving moments during Pope Leo XIV's arrival in Peru on Wednesday afternoon, welcoming him with a hug that reflected citizens' affection and joy at his pastoral visit, which has generated great expectations across the country.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
President Keiko Fujimori welcomes Pope Leo XIV upon arrival in Peru
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, welcomed Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday afternoon upon his arrival in Lima as part of his apostolic visit to Peru.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Welcome home! Pope Leo XIV is now in his beloved Peru
Pope Leo XIV is now in Peru! After a flight lasting more than three hours, the Supreme Pontiff has finally returned to the country that welcomed him for decades, where he will carry out an extensive schedule of activities in various cities.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV's plane has entered Peruvian airspace
Flight AR1096, carrying Pope Leo XIV to Peru from Argentina, is already in domestic airspace and heading toward Lima, where the Supreme Pontiff will begin a series of activities as part of a six-day visit.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Peru to host the world’s best para-swimmers for 2026 Para Swimming World Series
Lima is once again hosting a premier international para-sports competition: the 2026 Para Swimming World Series. The final stage of the season will take place from November 12 to 14 at the Aquatic Center in Videna—a facility managed by the Peruvian Institute of Sport (IPD).
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Peruvian student wins her second consecutive medal at the Latin Astronomy Olympiad
For the second consecutive year, Dhamaris Alarcón Huamaní reached the podium at the Latin American Astronomy and Astronautics Olympiad (OLAA). The 16-year-old student won the gold medal at this year’s edition, held in Paraguay, following her silver-medal win last year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Agenda in China and Japan to promote investment and cooperation regarding El Niño
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, expressed her gratitude to the Senate for authorizing her trip to China and Japan, where she will carry out a high-level agenda aimed at promoting investment and cooperation in response to the El Niño phenomenon.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
President of Peru Keiko Fujimori will travel to APEC forum and Japan
The Senate plenary approved—with 44 votes in favor, one against, and five abstentions—the authorization requested by the Executive branch for the President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, to travel to China and Japan from November 15 to 21, 2026.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Foreign Minister Espá highlights importance of APEC Forum and coordination with China
Foreign Minister Carlos Espá highlighted the importance of the APEC Economic Leaders' Summit, which will take place in China. He noted that the event is the result of a year of coordination between the foreign ministries of both countries, aimed at—among other objectives—securing a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Andina News Agency is the official photo agency for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru
The Andina News Agency is the official agency tasked with capturing the official photographs of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru—which begins tomorrow, Wednesday, November 11—a mission for which a major journalistic operation has been organized, noted Félix Paz, Director of Journalistic Media at Editora Perú.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Trip to APEC is compatible with showing respect and attention to the visit of Pope Leo XIV
Showing respect and attention to the visit of Pope Leo XIV to Peru is compatible with the responsibility of defending Peru’s interests on the international stage, asserted the Minister of Labor and Employment Promotion, Juan Sheput.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Visit to benefit over 1.2 million micro and small enterprises
The visit of Pope Leo XIV to Peru, taking place from today, Wednesday, November 11, through Monday, November 16, is expected to have a positive impact on the economic activity of more than 1.2 million micro and small enterprises (MSEs), according to the Ministry of Production (Produce).
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Tips for traveling, obtaining tickets, and attending the events
To ensure that Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru is a pleasant and memorable experience for everyone involved, the Peruvian government—through its various agencies—has issued a series of recommendations. These guidelines are intended to help travelers and followers of the Pope avoid scams, logistical issues, and unnecessary discomfort.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026