Peru's fishing sector's GDP reached a 6.4% growing in September 2025

The Ministry of Production (Produce) reported today that the fishing sector's GDP experienced moderate growth of 6.4% in September 2025 compared to the same month in 2024. Minister of Production César Quispe Luján stated that, in this way, the...

Peru's Government tightens control measures in prisons for high-risk inmates

As President Jose Jeri warned, the Transitional Government of National Reconciliation has decided to strengthen security and control measures in penitentiary establishments as part of the actions to be implemented in the war against crime. The...

Peru anticipates increasing asparagus exports to the U.S. by 15 percent

It's peak season for asparagus from Peru. While the product is brought into the U.S. market year-round, supply typically peaks from September or October through January. "The outlook is positive as growing conditions have generally favored healthy...

COFIDE, Peru's development bank, issues its second blue bond on the local market

COFIDE, Peru's Development Bank, issued its second Blue Bond on the local market for S/ 120 million (approximately US$ 35.3 million), with a one-year term. The bonds will continue to finance microloans for water and sanitation infrastructure...

The Vanishing Line: Peru’s Mashco Piro and the Village Caught Between Worlds

In the farthest reaches of Peru’s Madre de Dios, where the Tauhamanu River cuts through forest so dense it seems to hum, a fishing hamlet lives with ghosts that breathe. They are not spirits, but people—the Mashco Piro, one of the last uncontacted...

Barcelona planning friendly in Peru in December after missing out on Miami match

Barcelona are reportedly in talks to play a lucrative friendly match in Peru in December which could provide the club with a financial boost.Mundo Deportivo reports Barça have been offered around €7-8 million to play the game in South America, an...

Gastronomy festival "Peru Mucho Gusto" will open its gates with free admission in Lima

From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., visitors can access the venue completely free of charge —no tickets required— by registering online at Ticketmaster.pe and presenting a valid ID, explained Laura Alegría, Deputy Director of Domestic Tourism Promotion at...

Mil, Cusco, Peru

Cusco, the ancient Inca capital, hums with history - its cobbled streets, terracotta roofs and crisp mountain air a reminder that altitude is part of the experience here. About 40 mins beyond the city, through winding Andean roads and golden...

Symphony for Peru Youth Choir showcases music's transformative power in Canada

The international musical event organized by the prestigious Glenn Gould Foundation, brought together delegations from Asia, Africa, Latin America, Central America, and the United States to highlight the progress of institutions that use music as...

President Jeri and business leaders join forces to boost private investment in Peru

The President of the Republic of Peru, Jose Jeri Ore, held a working meeting with various business associations to promote the elimination of bureaucratic barriers and, in this way, strengthen the business climate and encourage a greater flow of...

Cajamarca begins transformation into Peru’s second smart tourism destination

The Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) has officially selected Cajamarca as the country’s second pilot region to begin its transformation into a Smart Tourism Destination (STD). The initiative reinforces Peru’s leadership in...

Peru expects to attract US$10 billion private investment in public projects by July 2026.

The Private Investment Promotion Agency (ProInversion), entity attached to the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), plans to attract approximately US$10 billion in private investment by July 2026, through the awarding of Public-Private...

Transport workers protest after driver’s murder in Peru

The protest erupted after 47-year-old driver José Esqueche was shot on Monday night, dying on the way to hospital. It was the second killing of a driver in less than a week along the same route. Angry drivers and residents demanded greater...

Peru has the opportunity to export US$ 1.25 billion to the European Free Trade Association

Peruvian businesses have the opportunity to sell approximately US$ 1.25 billion worth of goods to the countries of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) with tariff advantages, stated Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur by...

Peru’s Kallpa Generación starts operating 204 MW solar plant

Kallpa Generación has commissioned the 204 MW Sunny solar plant in southern Peru, with expansion to 309 MW planned for 2026, following ministry approval. October 29, 2025 Luis Ini Image: Ministerio de Energia y Minas (Peru) From pv magazine LatAm...

Peru library events set for November

The Peru Public Library, 1409 11th St., will host several events and programs in November. The events schedule includes: Tween Scene: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4. Participants can learn about Dia De Los Muertos. The program also includes games and...

Tinka Resources starts inaugural drilling at Silvia project in Peru

Tinka Resources announces the commencement of the first ever drill program at the Company’s 100%-owned Silvia gold-copper project. This is the first ever drill program at the Company’s Silvia gold-copper project in central Peru acquired from BHP...

Peru's Executive in Crisis: The Anti-Democratic Legacy of Fujimori's '93 Constitution

Demonstrators take part in a protest against former President Dina Boluarte after the congress approved four motions of impeachment against the former preuvian president in Lima on October 9, 2025 (Photo by Jorge CERDAN / AFP) Peru's congress has...

Peru's table grape exports soar to $1.9 billion, dominating global market

The Peruvian Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (MIDAGRI) reported that by the end of this year, table grape exports will exceed $1.9 billion, ranking the country as the world’s main producer and exporter of the fruit. The government...

Barcelona to play match in Peru after Miami clash cancelled

Barcelona are finalising plans to play a friendly match in Peru this December to offset the financial loss from their cancelled Miami fixture against Villarreal. The proposed game, worth up to €7-8 million, comes after La Liga and organisers...