Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
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Peru: Net International Reserves total US$99.298 bn on Aug 11
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$99.298 billion as of August 11, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026
Peru's Foreign Minister: U.S. cooperation to improve response capacity to El Niño
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa on Monday stated that the Peru-United States partnership must translate into tangible results to protect the most vulnerable populations from the potential effects of El Niño phenomenon.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
MEF: Peru's macroeconomic stability is underpinned by fiscal and monetary policies
Economy and Finance Minister Elmer Cuba stated on Monday that Peru's macroeconomic stability is underpinned by fiscal and monetary policies.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori announces measures to assist people affected by heavy rains
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, announced on Monday assistance and support measures for families impacted by the rains, including the establishment of temporary shelters, the deployment of teams to drain water, as well as the cleaning, disinfection, and fumigation of affected schools.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Moody's: Peru has greater credibility than other countries with similar credit ratings
Peru has demonstrated fiscal discipline and has a higher level of credibility than other countries with a similar credit rating, Moody's stated.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Peru: Migrations Office expels 42 irregular foreign citizens, strengthens security control
In a new action to strengthen immigration control and contribute to restoring order and security in Peru, the National Superintendence of Migration, led by Luis Yunis, in coordination with the Peruvian National Police (PNP) Foreign Nationals Division, carried out the expulsion of 42 foreign nationals in irregular status.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori visits rain-affected areas
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, is visiting areas of Lima affected by rains, speaking with residents, and visiting homes damaged by precipitation in recent hours.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Peru's President: Ministers to travel to areas affected by rains
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, reported Monday morning that State ministers will travel to areas in the country's interior affected by rains that have triggered the activation of ravines and the closure of roads.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Peru: Country risk down to 106, below region's average
The country risk—measured by the EMBIG Peru spread—decreased 5 basis points (bps) from 111 to 106 between August 4 and 12, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$99.298 bn on Aug 11
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$99.298 billion as of August 11, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Peru: Mining investment exceeds US$3.304 billion in 1H 2026, up 42.7%
Mining investment totaled US$3.304 billion between January and June this year, marking a 42.7% increase from the same period in 2025, when it amounted to US$2.3152 billion, according to figures from the Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem).
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Why is Peru highly seismic? What tectonic plates and faults are present?
Although earthquakes in Peru are mainly linked to its location in the so-called "Pacific Ring of Fire," where 85% of the world's seismic activity occurs, there are other factors that influence their frequency in the country.
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Why does Peru remain attractive to investors?
The Peruvian economy remains attractive to investors across various productive sectors. Nevertheless, although its growth has remained moderate, it now has favorable prospects for the coming years.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026
Horror film star Lin Shaye in Lima: 'Peru is key'
This week, Lima became the epicenter of horror and excitement for fans of 'Insidious: Out of the Further.'
Sun, 16 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori holds working meeting with PM and Foreign Affairs Min
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, met with Prime Minister Luis Galarreta and Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa on Friday to review the Government's actions regarding the situation of Peruvians in Russia.
Sat, 15 Aug 2026
Peru and Venezuela's Foreign Ministers advance in resuming relations
Peruvian and Venezuelan Foreign Affairs Ministers made progress in the gradual process of resuming bilateral relations, the first stage of which involves the reactivation of consular relations, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported.
Sat, 15 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori calls on citizens to be prepared for earthquake risks
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Friday called on the population and authorities nationwide to always be prepared to respond to the possibility of a high-magnitude earthquake.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori leads Second 2026 National Multi-Hazard Drill
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, led the Second 2026 National Multi-Hazard Drill Friday afternoon from Lima's Main Square.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Peru and Japan hold second meeting to implement 2024–2033 Roadmap
Peru and Japan held the second meeting of the Working Group to monitor the Roadmap for Strengthening the Strategic Partnership between the Republic of Peru and Japan (2024–2033).
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Peru: Regional exports up 37%, total US$46.592 billion through June 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) reported that goods exports from Peru's regions outside Lima reached US$46.592 billion in the first half of this year, up 37% from the same period in 2025.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026