Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Monday, October 12, 2026.
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Stay informed with the latest and most important news from Peru. Covering politics, economy, society, and more.
Peru wins six World Travel Awards, named South America's leading destination
Peru once again shines on the international tourism stage, winning six awards at the 2026 World Travel Awards for South America and reinforcing its position as one of the region's leading destinations.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Peru: President participates in 22nd National Mathematics Olympiad awards ceremony
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday took part in the awards ceremony for the 22nd National Mathematics Olympiad, held at Mayor President of the Republic School in Huampani, Lima's Chosica district.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Peru's President Fujimori: Order must also return to our schools
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, announced on Monday that, just as order is being restored to the streets in response to public insecurity, it must also return to the country's schools and classrooms.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Peru: President Fujimori oversees government efforts to combat wildfires
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Sunday night oversaw government actions to combat wildfires in various Peruvian regions from the National Emergency Operations Center (COEN), including the deployment of helicopters and aircraft, as well as coordination with the authorities responsible for responding to these emergencies.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Peru: Country risk down to 110, below region's average
The country risk—measured by the EMBIG Peru spread—decreased 4 basis points (bps) from 114 to 110 between September 30 and October 6, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$95.746 bn on Oct 5
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$95.746 billion as of October 5, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Peru: President expresses solidarity with Pope Leo XIV, wishes him a speedy recovery
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, expressed, on behalf of the Peruvian people and in her own name, deep affection and solidarity with Pope Leo XIV, wishing him a speedy recovery after the Supreme Pontiff announced that he would undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
MEF: Peru's private investment up 15.5%, exports to reach US$100 billion in 2026
Private investment grew 15.5% in real terms during the first half of 2026, while Peruvian goods exports totaled US$83 billion between January and September, the highest figure ever recorded for that period.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
Peru: Exports exceed US$74 billion from Jan to Aug 2026, up 34%
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) reported that Peruvian goods exports increased by 34% between January and August 2026, reaching US$74.122 billion.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
Peru's economy would have grown similarly in August as in July, when it rose 3.6%
The Peruvian economy would have grown similarly in August as in July, when it expanded 3.6%, in line with the Central Reserve Bank's (BCR) annual forecast.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
Peru: President delivers title deeds in Lambayeque to ensure legal certainty for families
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, led on Friday the delivery of 587 title deeds in the population center of Capote, in Lambayeque region, as part of a total of 2,106 property ownership documents to be delivered throughout the northern region.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
Peru's President: We have begun regaining control of prisons nationwide
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Friday that her Government has begun regaining control of correctional facilities nationwide.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
Pope Leo XIV's visit expected to mobilize 850,000+ visitors, boost tourism in Peru
Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru will boost tourism by mobilizing more than 850,000 visitors, including around 50,000 international tourists, who are expected to arrive to take part in this historic gathering of faith, Foreign Trade and Tourism Rogers Valencia projected on Friday.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
Peru: BTS concerts could generate US$18.7 million in tourism impact
The three BTS concerts in Lima are expected to generate a tourism impact of US$18.7 million in Peru, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) estimated on Friday.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
Peru's President: We strengthen prison control to fight organized crime
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, arrived in the northern city of Trujillo on Friday to inspect El Milagro Prison, oversee its control center, and receive the results of the search operation and security interventions carried out at the facility.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
Peru's President: 'We will not stop until we restore peace and order in our country'
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, arrived in Peru's northern La Libertad region on Friday to carry out various activities within the framework of the fight against organized crime.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
BCR: Peru's fiscal deficit continues to decline, reaches lowest rate since June 2022
The annual fiscal deficit remained at 1% of gross domestic product (GDP) in August 2026, the same rate recorded in the previous month, according to preliminary information obtained from the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) website.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
Peru's PCM on Unified Command: A united front against organized crime
The Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM) highlighted on Friday the creation of the Unified Command, which will bring together the capabilities of the Armed Forces and the National Police to confront criminal organizations and protect the citizenry.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
BCR Governor: Peru has inflation target similar to that of developed countries
Central Reserve Bank (BCR) Governor Julio Velarde highlighted that Peru maintains a 2% inflation target, similar to those of developed economies such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and eurozone countries.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026
Peru: Mining exports exceed US$42.692 billion in 1H 2026
Peru's mining exports reached US$42.692 billion in the first half of this year, up 55% from the same period in 2025, the Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem) reported.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026