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Peru's Breaking News for Saturday, November 7, 2026.
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Peru's Minister concludes Madrid visit; calls for safer, more supportive Ibero-America
On his third and final day of activities in Madrid, Foreign Minister Carlos Espá participated in the plenary session of the 30th Ibero-American Summit of Heads of State and Government.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026
Peru: Felaban concludes 60th Annual Assembly with record attendance
The 60th Annual Assembly of the Latin American Federation of Banks (Felaban), organized jointly with the Peruvian Association of Banks (Asbanc) and held in Lima, concluded on Friday, setting new records.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026
MEF: Peru could consolidate accession to OECD in the 2H 2028
Economy and Finance Minister Elmer Cuba indicated that, if the current pace of fulfilling the commitments required by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is maintained, Peru could complete its formal accession to this international organization in the second half of 2028.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Peru: President Fujimori urges parents to vaccinate their children against dengue
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Friday urged parents to vaccinate their children against dengue as a preventive health measure ahead of the arrival of the rainy season.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Peru's President Fujimori: We are on the right track in the fight against crime
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Friday that the Government is moving in the right direction in the fight against crime, highlighting the decline in homicides, support for the National Police and the Armed Forces, as well as the measures implemented to regain control of correctional facilities.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
President Fujimori arrives in Piura to oversee response efforts for El Niño phenomenon
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, has arrived in the Piura region to oversee the establishment of the "Los Algarrobos" temporary shelter and a field hospital. This is part of the government’s efforts to provide assistance to families affected by heavy rains and to strengthen the healthcare system’s response capacity in the face of the El Niño phenomenon.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Felaban: Digital neobanks force traditional banking to adapt to a new tech context
Following his appointment as president of the Latin American Federation of Banks (Felaban) for 2026-2028, Ronald Gutiérrez (Bolivia) stated today that the emergence of digital neobanks is compelling traditional banking to adapt to the new context of the financial system.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Felaban: Peruvian Congress seeks to establish clear, stable, and predictable rules
The President of the Congress, Miguel Ángel Torres Morales, stated today that Parliament aims to establish clear, stable, and predictable rules that contribute to economic stability and help foster the development of the financial system.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
President Keiko Fujimori: Peru has now a government that is out in the field
President of the Republic Keiko Fujimori stated from Tumbes that Peru has now "a government that is out in the field"—referring to the fact that the administration is present across the country, working directly with the population to address their needs.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Romanian writer Mircea Cărtărescu: “Peruvian literature is absolutely impressive”
“Peruvian literature is absolutely impressive,” stated Romanian writer Mircea Cărtărescu—one of the most significant voices in European literature—who is participating in the Hay Festival Arequipa.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Minister of Economy: Peru's public holidays will be moved to Mondays starting in 2027
The Minister of Economy and Finance (MEF), Elmer Cuba, confirmed today that public holidays falling between Tuesday and Friday will be moved to the Monday of that same week. This measure will take effect starting next year.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Peru: President Fujimori travels to Tumbes to oversee preparations for El Niño phenomenon
President Keiko Fujimori is on a working visit today to the Tumbes region to oversee the “Villa Primavera” shelter site in Aguas Verdes, Zarumilla province. This is part of the measures promoted by the government to strengthen response capacity in the face of heavy rains and the alert regarding the El Niño phenomenon.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Minister Elmer Cuba: Peruvian Government prepared to address impact of El Niño
Minister of Economy and Finance Elmer Cuba stated today that the government is prepared to address the impact of the El Niño phenomenon in the country.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Felaban: Peru's banking sector strengthens its capital and liquidity to face El Niño
The Peruvian financial system is strengthening its capital and liquidity structure, as well as its response capacity, to address the potential effects of the El Niño phenomenon and reduce its impact on clients, stated Martín Naranjo, president of the Association of Banks of Peru (Asbanc).
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV is now en route to South America to visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru
After departing from Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and following a flight of over 13 hours, Pope Leo XIV will arrive in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, to begin his tour of South America, which also includes Argentina and Peru.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Peru: President Keiko Fujimori presents assessment of her administration
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Thursday night presented an assessment of her first 100 days in office, during which the Government worked on various key areas to foster the country's development and address the main issues affecting the population.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Peru stands out as adventure destination at 2026 Wanderlust Awards
Peru was recognized as the world's most desirable destination for adventure tourism, winning the gold award in the "Most Desirable Country for Adventure" category at the 2026 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026
Peru: Government closely following political developments in Paraguay
The Peruvian Government hopes that the political process in Paraguay, following the resignation of President Santiago Peña, will unfold in accordance with said country's constitutional framework, as well as in an atmosphere of social peace and legitimacy.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Installation of metal structures begins at Cusco's Sacsayhuaman
The Archdiocese of Cusco confirmed that the installation of metal structures has begun at the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park's esplanade and the Main Square ahead of the upcoming pastoral visit and address to the faithful by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV in the city of Cusco, southeastern Peru.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026
Peru: Prime Minister meets with Attorney General to strengthen fight against crime
Prime Minister Luis Galarreta, Attorney General Tomás Gálvez, and the ministers serving on the High-Level Multisectoral Commission for the Restoration of Security and Public Order agreed on a series of measures to strengthen efforts against organized crime.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026