AGP Executive Report

El Niño Hits Peru’s Anchovy Jobs: Peru’s anchovy catch has plunged as warming seas push the fish deeper, with May landings down to 32,800 tons from 1.3 million last year—sparking an unemployment crisis in the fishmeal supply chain. Telecom Deadline Extended: Osiptel extended Integratel Peru’s wholesale contract-termination notice from 90 to 120 business days. Crime Crackdown in Trujillo: A mining businessman kidnapped in Trujillo was released, while four alleged perpetrators were arrested; four companions were killed. Logistics Expansion: DHL Global Forwarding acquired Uruguay’s Aero Cargas, boosting DHL’s direct presence in Uruguay as a regional trade gateway. Mining Update (Southern Peru): Pecoy Copper reported new drill results at its southern Peru project, including a third broad South Breccia intercept. Shipping Watch: Cosco Shipping Ports said H1 2026 profit rose 28.5%, with Peru’s Chancay terminal throughput up 68.2% year-on-year. Wildcat Mining Pressure: Peru troops carried out operations to destroy equipment and fuel tied to illegal gold mining in the Amazon region.

Peru Security: Colombia says it captured a suspected senior Tren de Aragua leader, alleging he helped expand the gang’s reach into Peru and coordinated weapons and drug trafficking across the region, with U.S. DEA involvement praised by Southern Command. Crime Response in Peru: Peru’s government has moved to strengthen police operations and armed forces actions in Trujillo after a kidnapping case involving a mining businessman and the killing of four companions, with investigations and detentions reported as authorities coordinate ministerial follow-ups. El Niño & Climate Risk: New research links warming seas to stronger El Niño extremes, raising pressure on marine ecosystems and disrupting fisheries, including impacts already seen across the Pacific. Archaeology in Peru: LiDAR work at Machu Picchu’s Mandor Wall uncovered about 2.5 km of a hidden Inca trail, with early studies suggesting a ritual-use route tied to sacred Andean spaces. Church & Peru: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints set an Oct. 10 groundbreaking for the Iquitos Peru Temple, projecting a 20,000-square-foot site in northern Peru. Health & Research: NAMRU SOUTH ran a Military Tropical Medicine field mission across Lima, Tumbes, and Iquitos, training students with hands-on work on endemic infections.

Security in Trujillo: Peru opened an investigation into the kidnapping of mining businessman Jenns Marty Lara Tantaquilla and the murder of four companions after criminals disguised as police set up a fake checkpoint, prompting a crackdown response. National response: President Keiko Fujimori convened ministers after the Trujillo events, with the government strengthening police operations and coordinating with the Armed Forces while pushing for legislative powers to fight crime faster. Local business spotlight: A new profile highlights how women are shaping Peru’s civic life and economy, from City Hall roles and public safety to female-led businesses creating jobs. Sports streaming in Peru: DirecTV Latin America’s DGO added TyC Sports Fan free across Chile, Uruguay, Colombia, Peru and Ecuador, expanding live and on-demand Argentine sports access. Mining deal with Peru ties: Boliden agreed to buy Votorantim’s controlling stake in Nexa Resources for about $1.31B, boosting zinc and silver exposure across Peru and Brazil. El Niño watch: Scientists warn a very strong Super El Niño is forming, raising risks of extreme weather affecting Peru and the wider region.

Peru Security & Governance: Peru renews a 60-day state of emergency in Lima and Callao to tackle crime, while the government also pushes for legislative powers to respond to the security crisis. Political Reform: Keiko Fujimori seeks 120-day authority from Peru’s parliament to legislate by decree, as reforms move forward amid political debate. Health Spending: U.S. Medicaid payments for Peru’s Evaluation and Management services jumped 86% to $121 in 2024, highlighting rising local billing for care categories. International Ties: Peru and the U.S. launch a bilateral initiative to strengthen space cooperation, and Peru consults on updated net neutrality rules. Culture & Faith: Santa Rosa de Lima is celebrated in Paraguay on Police Day, tying the Peruvian saint to the country’s National Police tradition. Sports (Peru State): Peru State College volleyball wins its home opener in four sets, while Peru State football opens with a 51-0 loss to Grand View. El Niño Watch: Coverage warns El Niño is intensifying and could bring major impacts, including risks to Peru.

El Niño Fallout: Ecuador declared a nationwide red alert over El Niño, triggering emergency committees for possible evacuations as drought and wildfires worsen and scientists warn of record heat into 2027. Peru Security Push: Peru renewed a state of emergency in Lima and Callao for 60 days to tackle crime, while the government also seeks legislative powers to respond to the security crisis. Regional Crime Crackdown: Colombia captured a senior Tren de Aragua leader, Luis Saúl Pérez Nieto, with U.S. partners praising the arrest as deeper security cooperation. Mining & Industry: Boliden agreed to buy Votorantim’s controlling stake in Nexa Resources for about $1.31B, boosting zinc and silver exposure across Brazil and Peru. Culture & Faith: A look at how Peru’s Santa Rosa de Lima became patron of Paraguay’s National Police, tying 30 August to Police Day. Sports Spotlight: Peruvian Ignacio Buse won the Winston-Salem Open, beating Arthur Fery in straight sets. Health & Climate Lens: A memoir excerpt follows a med student’s six-week Peru elective, including a startling parasite case.

Security Push in Peru: President Keiko Fujimori has asked Congress for 120 days of legislative powers to tackle Peru’s worst security crisis in decades, including a proposal to classify criminal organizations as terrorist groups and deploy tougher measures against gangs tied to extortion and contract killings. El Niño Watch: Scientists warn this El Niño may be “uncharted territory” because extreme warming is stacking on top of a potentially record-strong event, raising risks for global weather swings. Regional Crime Cooperation: Colombia and the U.S. say they’ve captured a suspected Tren de Aragua leader, signaling deeper anti-gang coordination. Peru Naval Presence: The U.S. Navy’s Freedom-class USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul has joined UNITAS 2026 off Lima, boosting multinational maritime security operations near Peru. Business & Food: Brasa is rebranding as ¡BRASA! Peruvian Superfoods, with a new airport restaurant in Toronto Pearson leading the rollout.

Security & Rights: Peru renewed the state of emergency in Lima and Callao for 60 days, suspending key constitutional protections to allow military patrols and police interventions against organized crime. Presidential Powers: President Keiko Fujimori asked Congress for 120 days of legislative authority, targeting reforms in security, prisons, taxes, labor, and broader state modernization. Crime Crackdown: A Peruvian court sentenced four men for the murder-for-hire killing of Indigenous Amazon defender Quinto Inuma Alvarado. Regional Cooperation: Peru and the U.S. launched a bilateral initiative to strengthen space cooperation, including disaster risk management and anti-illicit crop efforts. Strategic Minerals: Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru signed a declaration to boost cooperation on copper and lithium supply chains for the energy transition. Sports (Peru tie-in): Peru’s Ignacio Buse reached the Winston-Salem Open final, setting up a title match against Arthur Fery.

Public Safety Crackdown in Lima/Callao: Peru declared a 60-day state of emergency in Metropolitan Lima and the neighboring province of Callao to curb rising crime and violence, allowing police to target intervention zones using intelligence and crime data and enabling restrictions on certain constitutional rights, including limits on movement and public events needing prior authorization. Strategic Minerals Push: Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru signed a joint declaration to deepen cooperation on critical minerals like copper and lithium, aiming to attract technical and financial support and coordinate research, innovation, and mining policies. Crime, Politics, and Power: President Keiko Fujimori’s government is set to ask Congress for 120 days of authority to legislate by decree, centered on a “Shield Plan” for security and proposals spanning jobs, taxes, and state reforms. Mining Watch: A silver output shortfall in Peru is tied to zinc grade issues, while other countries missed targets for unrelated reasons—highlighting how local constraints, not prices, can drive supply. Climate Risk Alert: Experts warn that accelerating glacier retreat is increasing the risk of catastrophic floods and mudslides in Chile, Argentina, and Peru, with lessons drawn from disasters like Nepal’s. Sports (Local): Peru and Saranac Lake kicked off the Section VII golf season with wins.

Archaeology in Peru: LiDAR-led work near Machu Picchu has revealed over 2.5 km of hidden Inca roads and annex structures by the Mandor wall, with researchers linking the layout to Inca territorial planning. El Niño & climate risk: NASA reports El Niño is already disrupting the Pacific marine food web, with chlorophyll dropping as upwelling weakens—raising stakes for fisheries including Peru’s anchovy sector. Health policy in Peru: Peru’s Health Ministry and the U.S. Embassy are teaming up to strengthen healthcare services, including a digital medical records push starting at major Lima hospitals and a system “control tower” to track indicators. Sports—Peru connection: Ignacio Buse of Peru advanced to the Winston-Salem Open semifinals, setting up a match against Benjamin Bonzi. Regional disaster watch: Nepal–Tibet flash floods, blamed on glacier collapse, are a warning sign for other high-mountain regions, with scientists mapping global glacial flood risk zones. International business: Boliden agreed to buy Votorantim’s controlling stake in Nexa Resources for about $1.3B, reshaping Latin America’s zinc and silver landscape.

Inter Miami Coaching Shake-Up: Inter Miami is finalizing the hire of former Argentina international Cristian “Kily” González as head coach, ending interim manager Guillermo Hoyos’ stint after MLS suspended him for repeated late-kickoff violations. Peru Security & U.S. Ties: A new Peruvian president is being framed as a potential key U.S. ally against drug cartels and Chinese influence, with analysts pointing to possible closer cooperation on law enforcement. Regional Crime Crackdown: Colombia captured an alleged Tren de Aragua leader wanted by the U.S., while U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche announced nearly 100 arrests across Puerto Rico and Ecuador in drug-trafficking takedowns. El Niño Hits Peru: Peru’s Senamhi warns El Niño is already putting about 1.2 million people at risk as Amazon river levels fall faster than usual. Ancient Peru Climate Clues: Archaeologists at Vichama near Lima uncovered serpent-themed artifacts tied to how Caral-era society may have responded to major environmental change. Archaeology Update: A 1,500-year-old child burial was found at Huacas de Moche with sound-making objects, offering new insight into Moche funerary practices. Trade & Logistics: South Carolina Ports added CMA CGM’s AMERXL rotation, boosting weekly service that includes Callao, Peru, to strengthen cold-chain access for seafood and produce. Sports/Travel Culture: Peru also appears in global travel and culture coverage, including a Cunard 2027 South America voyage featuring Peru and a growing interest in Nikkei cuisine with Peruvian roots.

El Niño Watch: Peru’s Civil Defense chief Luis Vázquez says El Niño is expected to intensify from November, with about 1.2 million people at risk across at least 10 regions, as flooding, mudslides, and even droughts could hit agriculture-heavy provinces; authorities have flagged 536 “critical points” and declared emergency measures in 796 districts for rain and flooding and 607 for water shortages. Glacier Disaster Context: A Reuters factbox on the world’s deadliest glacier-related events highlights Peru’s past tragedies, including the 1941 Huaraz outburst flood and the 1970 Huascarán-triggered disaster that devastated Yungay and Ranrahirca. Telecom Policy: Peru’s telecom regulator Osiptel has opened a public consultation on updating the country’s net neutrality rules, saying the 2016 framework no longer fits today’s internet traffic and network realities. Mining & Trade: Boliden agreed to buy Nexa Resources in a $1.31 billion deal that includes Nexa operations in Peru, while Saint-Gobain completed a Peru construction-chemicals acquisition and expanded plasterboard capacity in Brazil. Infrastructure & Skills: HD Hyundai Heavy Industries signed an MoU with Peru’s labor ministry to build shipbuilding training programs and a workforce pipeline for welding, fitting, and quality control.

Archaeology in Lima: Lima opened the excavated Hospital of the Holy Spirit beneath the Santa Rosa de Lima sanctuary, revealing sixteenth-century walls, burials, and maritime-era details that connect the saint’s legacy to everyday colonial life. El Niño and food risk: Peru’s agriculture faces new pressure as El Niño-linked conditions threaten yields, including a warning that Peruvian pomegranate output could drop by 30% and that table grape volumes may fall for 2026-27. Mining and land rights: A cross-border fight led by women is pushing back against mining giants tied to land loss and water pollution, using community radio and local-language legal education to demand accountability. Justice for Indigenous defender: Peru’s courts handed lengthy prison terms in the killing of an Indigenous Amazon defender, underscoring ongoing violence and impunity concerns. Pope Leo XIV logistics: Church authorities confirmed Pope Leo XIV’s arrival in Argentina and his wider South America tour that includes Peru, with plans aimed at boosting religious tourism. Sports spotlight: USD women’s volleyball won FISU gold in Lima, while Peru’s broader sports community is gearing up for Lima 2027.

Local Governance: The Peru Community School Board highlighted a smooth return to school and early cost savings at its Aug. 17 meeting, its first since classes resumed Aug. 6. Archaeology & Heritage: In Lima, archaeologists uncovered a 16th-century colonial hospital that treated sick sailors, linked to the Church del Espíritu Santo, and also found a 1,500-year-old Moche infant burial at Huacas de Moche with whistles, a rattle, and a sculptural vessel. Telecom & Connectivity: Claro Peru activated 1,200 5G base stations across all 24 departments, reaching about 13.5 million people. Mining & Industry: Rio2 won key environmental approval to expand its Condestable underground copper mine in Peru, boosting throughput to 10,000 tonnes per day and enabling a new dry-stack tailings facility. Trade & Agriculture: Peru’s blueberry exports hit 53,465 metric tons by week 32, up 74% year-on-year, while China’s share fell to 15% as shipments shifted toward the U.S. and Europe. Environment: NASA reports El Niño is already disrupting the Pacific marine food web, with chlorophyll drops pointing to less phytoplankton and potential knock-on effects for fisheries, including Peru’s anchovy sector. Security & Rights: An Ashéninka Indigenous leader in Ucayali was shot dead while patrolling against unauthorized copaiba extraction.

Port Modernization in Callao: DP World launched Latin America’s first shore power system at the Port of Callao, letting ships plug into 100% certified renewable electricity while berthed, cutting CO2e and cutting NOx/SOx/PM from auxiliary engines by more than 90%. Justice for Indigenous Defender: A Peruvian court sentenced four men to 15–35 years for the 2023 murder of Kichwa rainforest defender Quinto Inuma Alvarado, tied to efforts to stop illegal logging. Security Planning with CAF: President Keiko Fujimori met CAF to coordinate support for Peru’s public security response, including plans for El Niño and upgrades in infrastructure, water, sanitation, education, and health. Culture & Heritage in Lima: Archaeologists unveiled remains of the former Church and Hospital of the Holy Spirit beneath the Santa Rosa de Lima Sanctuary, adding a new stop to Lima’s historic circuit. El Niño Warning: The UK Met Office says El Niño is likely the strongest in living memory and could make 2027 the hottest year on record. Trade Boost: Hong Kong and Peru’s free trade agreement is set to take effect Sept. 1, with Peru cutting tariffs on most Hong Kong-origin lines. Food Tourism Spotlight: Peru was recognized as a top culinary travel destination, with Americans increasingly traveling for its food.

Peru Politics & Environment: Peru’s new administration is drawing fresh backlash from environmentalists and Indigenous leaders after pledges to expand fossil fuels and mining, raising fears for the Amazon and for climate commitments under the Paris framework. Church & Culture: Peru will welcome Pope Leo XIV in November, with a hymn honoring Peruvian missionary Maria Agustina Rivas—killed by Shining Path rebels—set to be performed by the Aguchita youth choir. Justice in the Amazon: A Peruvian court convicted four men in the 2023 murder-for-hire of Indigenous defender Quinto Inuma Alvarado, sentencing them to 15–35 years. Diplomacy & Trade: Peru and the UAE reaffirmed cooperation after a phone call between Foreign Ministers, while a Hong Kong–Peru free trade deal is set to start on September 1. Disaster Preparedness: Peru is also assessing El Niño-related prevention and response measures with cabinet-level meetings. Business & Finance: Dynacor announced a September 2026 monthly dividend, and Scotiabank reported third-quarter results.

Peru Earthquake Response: Peru declared an emergency in five Ayacucho districts after a 7.2 quake, with reports of damaged buildings, power cuts, and ongoing rescue and cleanup efforts. Mining & Energy: MMG confirmed a restart of operations at Peru’s Las Bambas, while broader copper concerns grow as declining ore grades pressure Chile’s production. Archaeology & Culture: China and Peru signed an agreement to launch China’s first joint archaeological project in South America, studying the ancient Caral civilization. Sports: Barbados triathlete Luke McIntyre won the Americas Junior Cup in Lima, and Peru’s U-20 beach soccer team was in the spotlight after Venezuela beat Peru 6-3 in group play. Diplomacy & Policy: Peru moves on visa and emergency travel tools, including e-SAMI, and continues efforts to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation with Israel. Regional Business: Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp led an economic mission to Chile and Peru to boost trade and supply-chain links.