Ecuador’s political situation turned tense this week when President Daniel Noboa’s convoy was attacked by protesters. The violent incident has created new worries among investors, leading to a fall in the country’s dollar bonds. The attack happened just weeks after Noboa’s government decided to end a long-standing diesel subsidy, a…
In a dramatic turn of events, Hudbay Minerals has officially resumed operations at its Constancia mine in Peru after a temporary suspension triggered by local protests and blockades. This resumption signals not only the end of disruption but also underscores the resilience and strategic agility of the mining company in…
Peru has entered a tense moment in its public transportation sector, as truckers and bus drivers stage strikes, enforce roadblocks, and protest against escalating violence. Interior Minister Carlos Malaver stepped forward with a bold stance: he’s downplaying the severity of the strike, insisting that “there is police presence” and that…
n a dramatic turn of events, the transport strike scheduled for October 7 has been canceled, following a key meeting between the main transport unions and the Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM). Prime Minister Eduardo Arana confirmed the decision after more than three hours of talks with industry…
As the transport workers’ strike grips Lima and Callao, public anxiety has surged over disruptions in daily life — especially how students would attend school. Would classes be virtual, in-person, or suspended entirely on October 7? The Ministry of Education (Minedu) has issued a statement, and both parents and teachers…
Public transportation in Lima, Peru, came to a near standstill on Monday, October 7, 2025, as several transport unions launched a large-scale strike. The protest was organized to demand stronger government action against rising cases of extortion targeting bus drivers and transport owners. Streets in several districts were left empty…
Peru’s capital, Lima, saw violent anti-government protests over the weekend as hundreds of citizens, mostly young people, clashed with the police. The protest was part of growing anger over corruption, organized crime, and a new pension reform law that many believe is unfair to workers. Police fired tear gas, while…
In Peru, women’s rights stand at a crossroads — a nation with strong laws and political representation, yet riddled with inequality and neglect. On one hand, women hold visible positions in parliament, ministries, and community organizations. On the other, millions still struggle for basic access to healthcare, education, safety, and…
Anger and grief struck Lima’s transport sector after the murder of Daniel José Cedeño Alfonso, a bus driver from Lipetsa (Los Triángulos), in San Juan de Miraflores. Assailants on a motorcycle reportedly shot him while he was at work. In protest, transport unions have ordered a 24-hour “engine shutdown” on…
Peruvian authorities coordinated an emergency evacuation of about 1,400 tourists from the rail hub serving Machu Picchu after protests and rail blockades cut the only practical access to the citadel. Many travelers were stranded in Aguas Calientes while crews cleared debris and security forces worked to reopen sections of track.…