In its October meeting, Peru’s central bank opted to keep its benchmark interest rate at 4.25%, the lowest level seen in three years. This decision comes amid muted inflation and a mounting political storm that threatens to unsettle markets, investment, and economic momentum. In this article, we explore the reasoning…
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Peru’s Congress Clears Initial Step Toward Impeaching President
Peru’s political landscape has entered a decisive moment. Congress voted to initiate an impeachment trial against President Dina Boluarte, surpassing the threshold required to open debate. Though this vote does not immediately remove her from office, it sets in motion a constitutional process that could culminate in her ouster—if 87…
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Peru’s Congress Approves Debate On President Boluarte’s Impeachment
Late on October 9–10, 2025 (Lima time), Peru’s Congress voted overwhelmingly to admit multiple impeachment motions against President Dina Boluarte, formally enabling a debate and potential removal process. This development follows a shocking mass shooting at a Lima concert, which ignited widespread outrage over Peru’s longstanding crime and extortion crisis.…
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Concert Shooting In Peru Puts Dina Boluarte’s Presidency On The Line
A burst of gunfire at a packed cumbia concert in Lima has supercharged Peru’s political turmoil, thrusting President Dina Boluarte to the brink. The attack—during an Agua Marina show at the Círculo Militar de Chorrillos on October 8, 2025—left at least five people wounded, including several musicians. Police reportedly recovered…
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Peruvian Congress Expedites Impeachment Vote On Boluarte Amid Political Crisis
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,…
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Colombia, Mexico, And Peru Establish LPG Partnership
In October 2025, the three nations’ principal LPG industry bodies—Agremgas (Colombia), Amexgas (Mexico), and the Peruvian Society of LP Gas (SPLG)—signed a two-year collaboration framework. The alliance is built to: A key element is the formation of a shared business platform, through which the three associations will coordinate negotiations with…
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Peru Protests, Soccer Fan Moments, And Brazil’s Mosquito Study – Latin America This Week
This week, Latin America showed a mix of emotion, action, and hope. From protests in Peru’s capital, Lima, to the joy of a young soccer fan celebrating the FIFA U-20 World Cup, and scientists in Brazil studying mosquitos to fight dengue fever, the continent shared powerful stories. Each photo taken…