Peruvian and Colombian authorities have delivered a major breakthrough in the fight against criminal violence in the gold mining frontier. Miguel Antonio Rodríguez Díaz, alias “Cuchillo” (Knife), has been arrested in Medellín, Colombia, and is believed to be the main suspect in the kidnapping and murder of 13 miners in…
In a major step toward reinforcing regional cooperation and diplomatic trust, the Foreign Affairs Ministers of Ecuador and Peru held a bilateral meeting in Quito aimed at deepening political, economic, and security collaboration. The dialogue marked an important milestone in the lead-up to the 17th Peru–Ecuador Binational Cabinet, which will…
Peruvian and Colombian authorities have delivered a major breakthrough in the fight against criminal violence in the gold mining frontier. Miguel Antonio Rodríguez Díaz, alias “Cuchillo” (Knife), has been arrested in Medellín, Colombia, and is believed to be the main suspect in the kidnapping and murder of 13 miners in…
In a shocking attack that has rattled Peru’s music world, gunmen opened fire behind the stage, wounding multiple members of the beloved cumbia band Agua Marina. The incident unfolded during a concert in Chorrillos, Lima, inside a military venue, and the assailants fled on a motorcycle, authorities say. Speculation is…
In a gesture of cultural diplomacy steeped in historical justice, Chile has repatriated 19 archaeological artifacts to Peru, returning them during a formal ceremony at Chile’s National Historical Museum. These pre-Columbian pieces—ranging from ceramics and textiles to fragments woven from camelid fiber and cotton—trace their origins to ancient Andean civilizations…
In a groundbreaking move for Peru’s financial landscape, Banco de Crédito del Perú (BCP) has officially launched Criptococos, the country’s first crypto banking platform, powered by BitGo. The platform marks a historic milestone, bridging traditional banking with the fast-evolving world of digital assets. Operating under a pilot program authorized by…
The much-heralded Peruvian blueberry boom is showing signs of strain. As export volumes soar and prices decline sharply, the industry is confronting the harsh reality of oversupply, market saturation, and intensifying competition. Peru’s growers and exporters now face a critical inflection point: scale no longer guarantees profit. Below, we delve…
In a stunning escalation of Peru’s ongoing political turmoil, the Peruvian Congress has moved rapidly to fast-track impeachment proceedings against President Dina Boluarte. The decision comes amid mounting public anger, surging crime rates, and allegations of corruption that have deeply eroded confidence in her leadership. With the nation on edge,…
A dramatic scandal has shaken the Catholic Church in Peru. Bishop Ciro Quispe López, aged 51, has resigned from his position in the Prelature of Juli after being accused of maintaining 17 secret relationships, one of which is alleged to be with a nun. Reports say those involved discovered one…
Peru is moving assertively to revitalize its mining and energy industries, pursuing major investments from Saudi Arabia and the United States, particularly through partnerships with oil giant Chevron. This new strategy forms part of the government’s long-term plan to reignite economic growth after years of declining investment caused by political…