Peru: BCR only sets reference rates in domestic currency

"Our Central Bank (BCR) cannot set dollar or euro rates; that is determined by other central banks," he stated. Likewise, Velarde noted that the debt held by State-owned oil company Petroperu is mainly in foreign currency. "Petroperu's debt is not...

World News in Brief: Shipwreck off Italy kills at least 27 years, anniversary of the Taliban takeover, Peru Amnesty Law

Hcr Supports at least 60 survivors who were brought to the ground, but the Italian coast guard warned that more bodies could still be recovered. According to local reports, passengers were traveling from Libya in the hope of reaching Italy....

Peru’s President Boluarte signs military crimes amnesty bill into law

Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has approved a contentious bill that will protect the military, police, and other government-authorised personnel from punishment for human rights violations perpetrated during the country’s decades-long internal...

Peru’s IUU deterrent to be tested again as Chinese fleet approaches

After almost a year's absence, around 250 Chinese squid fishing vessels have reappeared near Peru's southern maritime boundary, sparking renewed scrutiny over the country's satellite-tracking rules, according to industry association Committee for...

Peru and Singapore sign MoU to strengthen bilateral cooperation

It sets out areas of cooperation including digital government, public administration, sustainability, public sector governance, and other matters as determined by the participants. Singapore —internationally recognized for its excellence in public...

DNA Analysis of Peru ‘Alien’ Mummies Raises New Questions Over Origins

Scientists uncover genetic clues about the mysterious alien mummies in Peru. Credit: kingofthebigmacs / Flickr / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 In 2015, a grave digger in Peru uncovered several mummified bodies inside a cave, igniting global debate. The remains,...

5 Things to Do in Peru Beyond Machu Picchu

Peru is a country filled with ancient mysteries, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. While Machu Picchu is undoubtedly the crown jewel of Peruvian tourism, there are many other incredible experiences waiting to be discovered. In this...

Explosion in high-crime area in northern Peru injures 10 people and damages 25 homes

LIMA, Peru (AP) — An explosion on a street in a northern Peruvian region plagued by organized crime injured at… LIMA, Peru (AP) — An explosion on a street in a northern Peruvian region plagued by organized crime injured at least 10 people and...

Western, Peru school boards meet this week

State attribution in the spotlight as Peru mining award surfaces

Illegal gold mining in the Peruvian jungle (Credit: shutterstock.com/Luisensaldana) An ICSID award holding Peru liable for a rural community's seizure of a gold mining project has been published, with counsel calling it a “world first” for its...

INEI: Peru's economy up 4.52% in June 2025, one of the highest rates this year

According to INEI's National Production Technical Report, June's result was driven by the dynamism of secondary and primary sectors, especially Manufacturing; Construction; Agriculture and Livestock; Fishing; and Mining; followed by...

Peru: Agro-exports exceed US$5.526 billion in 1H 2025, up 22.3%

During the analyzed months, traditional agricultural exports reached US$341 million, marking a 12.4% rise compared to 2024, driven by higher shipments of unroasted, non-decaffeinated coffee (US$301 million), which grew 15.3%. This product accounts...

UNO CORP takes over Primax business in Ecuador, Colombia and Peru

The deal between UNO CORP and Grupo Romero is a mixture of ownership and strategic alliance.Honduran conglomerate UNO CORP has agreed to acquire 80% of Primax, a deal covering the fuel retailer’s networks of service stations and distribution...

Peru trials new University of Florida blueberry varieties

The development of the blueberry industry in Peru and the opening of new markets are progressing alongside the introduction of new varieties to meet specific producer requirements. On August 12, a visit was held at Danper's Compositán farm in...

Peru: Judiciary orders seven-day detention for two foreigners who entered Chineria Island

They are Carlos Fernando Sanchez Ordegon and John Wilington Amia Lopez, who had entered Peruvian territory without authorization to conduct topographic studies. According to the court ruling, the measure took effect on the day of their detention,...

Peru: Mobile Classroom Program completes 2025 tour, surpassing digital literacy goal

During this year, the Mobile Classroom visited six regions of the country: Tacna, Madre de Dios, Cusco, Apurimac, San Martin, and Piura, bringing technology, training, and opportunities to students in areas with limited access to digital...

Peru has four former presidents in prison: Toledo, Humala, Castillo and Vizcarra

Peru pardons hundreds of alleged military abusers

Peruvian President Dina Boluarte signed a law pardoning hundreds of military and police officers for alleged abuses during the country’s fight against a Maoist militia. The law, approved by Congress, pardoned those who fought the Shining Path —...

Former President Martin Vizcarra spent his first night at Barbadillo penitentiary in Lima's Ate district

Former President Martín Vizcarra will serve a five-month preventive detention ordered by the Judiciary at Lima-based Barbadillo Penitentiary Establishment, the National Penitentiary Institute (INPE) announced on Thursday. "The defendant Martin...

Peru’s Ex-President Vizcarra Detained Over Bribery Case

Former President Martín Vizcarra has been transferred to prison Wednesday after an investigative court ordered five months of pretrial detention over bribery allegations, the judiciary said on X. The 62-year-old is accused of accepting bribes from...