Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
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PromPeru: Pope Leo XIV visit may extend foreign tourists' stays in Peru
The Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism (Promperu) stated that Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Peru, scheduled for November 11–17 this year, is expected to generate travel by 800,000 domestic and international travelers, given that international tourists may extend their stays in the country.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Peru: Pisco strengthens presence in Hungary's market through promotional activities
Pisco—Peru's flagship drink—strengthens its presence in the Hungarian market through promotional activities led by the South American country's Embassy in Budapest, including the latest edition of "Pisco Night," held there on September 4.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru: Grape exports totaled US$790 million in 1H 2026
Peru remains the world's leading producer and exporter of table grapes. The Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) reported on Monday that grape exports totaled US$790 million in the first half of this year, a 17.1% increase compared with the same period in 2025.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: Find out how many authorities will be elected on Oct 4
More than 26 million voters will participate in the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections (ERM) on Sunday, October 4.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru's Regional and Municipal Elections: Meet 26 candidates for Lima Mayor
A total of 26 political organizations are competing for mayor of Metropolitan Lima in the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections (ERM), which will be held on October 4.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru: People occupying archaeological site linked to Nasca Lines evicted
A joint intervention by the authorities on Sunday, September 6, brought a suspected unauthorized occupation under control in the area known as "El Mirador," located within the "La Cresta de Sacramento Sector A" Archaeological Landscape in Palpa province, Ica region.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Partnership with Hong Kong: New trade route established for Peru
As of September 1 this year, Peru and Hong Kong have entered a new phase in their bilateral relationship, following the entry into force of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed between the two economies.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru: Machu Picchu Inca Trail reopens with more than 400 tourists, guides, porters
The Inca Trail Network leading to the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu reopened recently to more than 400 domestic and foreign tourists, guides, and support personnel or porters, the Decentralized Directorate of Culture (DDC) in Cusco confirmed.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru: Country risk down to 109, below region's average
The country risk—measured by the EMBIG Peru spread—decreased 4 basis points (bps) from 113 to 109 between August 26 and September 2, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$98.965 bn on Sep 1
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$98.965 billion as of September 1, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Peru: Government names new Police Commander General, vows firm fight against crime
The Government of President Keiko Fujimori announced the appointment of Fredy Lopez Mendoza as the new Commander General of the Peruvian National Police (PNP) and reaffirmed its decision to act firmly against crime by strengthening the institution's operational, technological, and logistical capabilities.
Mon, 07 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).
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
PromPeru: Pope Leo XIV visit may extend foreign tourists' stays in Peru
The Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism (Promperu) stated that Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Peru, scheduled for November 11–17 this year, is expected to generate travel by 800,000 domestic and international travelers, given that international tourists may extend their stays in the country.
Sun, 06 Sep 2026
Peru received 1.95 million international tourists from Jan to Jul 2026
Peru welcomed 1,956,084 international tourists from January to July this year, a 0.1% decline compared to the same period in 2025 (1,957,443), according to the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur).
Sun, 06 Sep 2026
Peru participates in 32nd APEC Ministerial Meeting on Small and Medium Enterprises
Peru, through its Ambassador to the People's Republic of China, Carlos Vasquez, participated in the 32nd APEC Small and Medium Enterprises Ministerial Meeting (SMEMM).
Sat, 05 Sep 2026
Peru and Germany boost cooperation in security, investment, and sustainable development
Peruvian Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa held a fruitful phone conversation with his German counterpart, Johann Wadephul.
Sat, 05 Sep 2026
Government strengthens Peru's response capacity to El Niño
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, visited the Callao Naval Base and the Navy Industrial Services (SIMA) on Friday to oversee the operational and logistical capabilities that will be deployed in response to the potential emergencies caused by El Niño phenomenon.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026
Peru: Mining investment consolidates as an economic engine, projects growth by 2030
The mining sector is consolidating its position as the main driver of Peruvian economic growth in the coming years, according to the 2027–2030 Multiannual Macroeconomic Framework (MMM), recently published in the Official Gazette El Peruano.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori visits B.A.P. Paita at Callao Naval Base
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, visited the Peruvian Navy's B.A.P. Paita multipurpose vessel at the Callao Naval Base on Friday.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026
Peru: Fin Min seeks to reduce tax evasion to collect an additional US$6 billion
Economy and Finance Minister Elmer Cuba stated that the Government will seek to reduce tax evasion by 2 percentage points, considering that it currently accounts for 9% of gross domestic product (GDP). This is expected to generate approximately S/20 billion (about US$6 billion) in additional tax revenue.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026