Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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Stay informed with the latest and most important news from Peru. Covering politics, economy, society, and more.
Peru's PM: We will not allow acts of violence or road blockades
Prime Minister Eduardo Arana on Wednesday stated that the Executive Branch will not allow acts of violence or the indiscriminate blocking of roads, which hinder the normal movement of people and trade nationwide.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Peru and Ireland strengthen diplomatic ties at Third Political Consultation Mechanism
Peruvian Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Felix Denegri participated in the meeting with Ireland to strengthen political, economic, and cooperation dialogue between the two countries.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Peru calls on UN to reform international development cooperation system
Peruvian Agency for International Cooperation (APCI) Executive Director, Ambassador Noela Pantoja, called on the United Nations to reform the cooperation model with an inclusive, multidimensional, and mutually beneficial approach.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
PCM: Peru presents progress on Anti-Bribery Convention implementation to OECD
Peru, through a delegation led by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM), presented to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) its progress in implementing the International Anti-Bribery Convention, reaffirming the country's commitment to integrity and the fight against corruption.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Chinese Embassy congratulates El Peruano on Bicentennial
The Ambassador of the People's Republic of China, Song Yang, conveyed an official greeting on the upcoming Bicentennial of the Official Gazette El Peruano, to be celebrated this October, reaffirming the commitment to cooperation between the two countries.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Peru: Government appoints Ronald Ibarra Gonzales as Deputy Mines Minister
The Executive Branch has appointed Ronald Isidoro Ibarra Gonzales as the new Deputy Minister of Mines, a position that had remained vacant following the departure of Henry John Luna Cordova.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Chancay Port: First shipment of 2025–2026 blueberry season arrives in China
The first shipment of Peruvian blueberries from the 2025–2026 season, shipped through the Port of Chancay, has arrived in China. The journey took less time compared to shipments made before the terminal had become operational, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Peru expects its GDP to grow by up to 3.5% in 2025
Peru projects its economic growth to range between 3% and 3.5% of GDP in 2025, depending on whether the international outlook remains stable or uncertainty continues in the coming months, Economy and Finance Minister Raul Perez Reyes stated.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Peru's Ambassador presents credentials in Czech Republic
During a formal ceremony held at Prague Castle, diplomat Luis Escalante Schuler presented his credentials to Czech President Petr Pavel, accrediting him as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Peru to the recipient State.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Genetics, embryos, and insemination are key for Peruvian cattle ranching
The National Agrarian University La Molina —located in the Peruvian capital, Lima— was the venue for the First International Brangus Congress, a gathering that brought together representatives from livestock associations of the United States, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, and Paraguay, with a clear objective: to position genetics as a pillar for sustainable development of Peruvian livestock.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Peru: Chancay Megaport handles over US$777 million
During the first five months of the year, import and export operations at the Chancay Multipurpose Port Terminal totaled over US$777 million, the National Superintendence of Customs and Tax Administration (Sunat) reported.
Wed, 02 Jul 2025
Time Magazine dedicates cover to Pope Leo XIV, highlights his missionary work in Peru
About two months after the election of Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV, the prestigious Time magazine dedicates its cover and an extensive feature —accompanied by historical photos— that highlights key aspects of the Catholic Church's head, from his upbringing in a Catholic American family to his valuable work in Peru, as well as other aspects of his life.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru's FA Minister meets with ILO Director-General
Peruvian Foreign Affairs Minister Elmer Schialer met with International Labour Organization (ILO) Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo during the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, held in the Spanish city of Seville.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru's President: We work with commitment to solve the population's historical problems
The President of the Republic, Dina Boluarte, on Tuesday stated that her administration is working with commitment to solve the population's problems, without stealing a single sol (Peruvian currency) from the national treasury.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru: President Boluarte holds working meeting with Arequipa Region Governor
The President of the Republic, Dina Boluarte, held a working meeting with Arequipa Regional Governor Rohel Sanchez.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru calls for reforming international financing criteria
Peruvian Foreign Affairs Minister Elmer Schialer took part in the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, held in Seville, Spain, where he called on the international community to reform financing allocation mechanisms.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru's skater Angelo Caro wins gold medal at Mystic Sk8 Cup in Czech Republic
Peruvian Angelo Caro once again made it to the podium in a world championship, this time at the Mystic Sk8 Cup. He was crowned champion in the Street category, out of a total of 74 finalists, in the event held in the Czech capital, Prague.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru's 2026 General Elections: Key dates in electoral calendar
The full panel of the National Elections Board (JNE) has approved the electoral schedule for the 2026 General Elections.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru: Mining investment exceeded US$1.443 billion between Jan and Apr 2025
The Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem) reported that mining investment in the country reached US$1.443 billion during the first four months of this year, a 7.3% increase compared to the same period in 2024, consolidating a positive trend in the sector.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Peru welcomes peace agreement between Congo and Rwanda
The Government of Peru welcomed the signing of the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda on June 27, as a result of dialogue and mediation efforts promoted by regional and international actors.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
