Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
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Asafa Powell highlights female leadership at Panam Sports forum ahead of Lima 2027
As part of Panam Sports Week in Lima, the "Women in Sports" forum was held, bringing together prominent international figures to reflect on female leadership and its contribution to sports development ahead of the Lima 2027 Pan American and Parapan American Games.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Peru expresses solidarity with China and Nepal after severe flooding
Peru expressed deep solidarity with the citizens and governments of the People's Republic of China and the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, following the devastating floods and landslides that occurred in the border area, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported on Wednesday.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori announces improved pensions and greater care for older adults
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Wednesday announced measures aimed at improving pensions and expanding care services for older adults.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Peru: President participates in ceremony marking National Older Adults Day
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, took part Wednesday morning in the ceremony marking "National Older Adults Day: Experience that Inspires."
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Peru: Machu Picchu Inca Trail access remains restricted on Routes 1, 2, and 3
Routes 1, 2, and 3 leading to the Machu Picchu Inca Trail will remain closed to tourists while a technical inspection continues through Sunday, August 30, after which their reopening will be determined, the Decentralized Directorate of Culture (DDC) in Cusco confirmed on Wednesday.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Peru appoints Honorary Consul in Gothenburg, Kingdom of Sweden
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has appointed Erik Isak Jeremias Danell as Peru's Honorary Consul in Gothenburg, Kingdom of Sweden.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
IDB Group, CAF reaffirm cooperation to boost Peru's economic development
As a sign of international confidence in Peru's future, representatives of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Group and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) reaffirmed to the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) that they will continue their financial cooperation efforts to promote economic development, public investment with a high social impact, and technical collaboration during the 2026-2031 five-year period.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
MEF highlights OECD study to strengthen Peru's tax system
The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) highlighted the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) study aimed at strengthening Peru's tax system while supporting the country's economic growth.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
BCR: Peru's annualized current account surplus reaches 4.5% of GDP in 2Q 2026
Peru's annualized current account balance posted a surplus of 4.5% of GDP in the second quarter of 2026, up 2.1 percentage points from the same period in 2025, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Peru: President Fujimori meets with International Olympic Committee Chairwoman
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, received International Olympic Committee (IOC) Chairwoman Kirsty Coventry at the Government Palace in Lima on Tuesday evening.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
President Fujimori to police: 'Peru needs you prepared, united and firm'
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Tuesday evening highlighted the Peruvian National Police's role during the 39th anniversary of the creation of the PNP's Special Operations Directorate (Diropesp).
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Peru: Archaeologists reveal what lay beneath Santa Rosa de Lima Sanctuary
A new attraction joins the Historic Center of Lima's tourist circuit starting today.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Peru: President meets with CAF, announces cooperation to strengthen public security
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, met on Tuesday with Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) Executive President Sergio Diaz-Granados, with whom she addressed strengthening cooperation to meet Government priorities, mainly in the areas of citizen security and preparedness for El Niño phenomenon.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Duration, cities he will visit, and where to pray with him
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 —the date of Pope Leo XIV's arrival in Peru— has been marked on the physical and digital calendars of millions of Catholics since the Vatican confirmed the Supreme Pontiff's visit to the country where he began his apostolic work more than 40 years ago.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Peru: Mining exports totaled US$42.221 billion, up 56% in 1H 2026
Peruvian mining exports totaled US$42.221 billion in the first half of this year (January-June), up 56% from the same period in 2025 (US$27.061 billion), the National Society of Mining, Oil, and Energy (SNMPE) reported Tuesday.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Pope's Peru visit: 'Leo's Route' to be relaunched to boost religious tourism
His Holiness Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru, scheduled for next November, will not only be a major historical, religious, and cultural event, but also an opportunity to showcase the South American country's spiritual, cultural, gastronomic, and tourism wealth to the world.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$99.094 bn on Aug 18
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$99.094 billion as of August 18, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru declared a matter of national interest
The Government declared Pope Leo XIV's apostolic visit to Peru, scheduled for November 11–17, 2026, a matter of national interest, as well as the preparatory and related activities, meetings, and events to be held during the second half of this year.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
BCR: Peru's traditional exports up 30.2% in June 2026
Traditional product exports totaled US$7.112 billion in June 2026, recording 30.2% year-on-year growth, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026
Peru: Police destroy mega laboratory in Loreto, drug trafficking loses US$194,000
In a joint operation against drug trafficking, the Peruvian National Police (PNP) and the Armed Forces destroyed a mega laboratory for processing coca paste (PBC), nine narcotics storage structures, and three hideouts containing engines and tools.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026