Peru’s Amazon is now facing an intensification of mining activity that is fueling alarming levels of deforestation, river contamination, and threats to Indigenous territories. Recent mapping and field investigations have revealed shifting trends: mining is migrating into new territories, adopting mobile tactics, and expanding both in depth and scope. This…
Peru’s politics remain tense, with frequent leadership changes, youth-driven protests, and economic pressures converging at once. As the country looks ahead, the central questions are whether authorities can restore public trust, cool the streets, and stabilize state finances—especially around Petroperú and broader anti-crime initiatives. Why The Crisis Persists Public frustration…
Peru has descended into political chaos after Congress voted to remove President Dina Boluarte on grounds of “permanent moral incapacity.” In a dramatic overnight session on October 10, 2025, lawmakers approved the motion overwhelmingly, and José Jerí, then President of Congress, was sworn in as interim president. As of now,…
Peru is in the throes of a political and security crisis. The removal of President Dina Boluarte has ushered in a new administration under José Jerí, who faces the dual challenge of restoring political stability and combating a surge of violence across the country. This change marks Peru’s seventh president…
Russia has framed Peru’s leadership transition as an internal affair, extending best wishes to newly sworn-in President José Jerí. The message underscores respect for Peruvian sovereignty and signals continuity in bilateral relations as Lima navigates a sensitive political handover following the impeachment of Dina Boluarte on October 10, 2025. How…
Peru has slipped into political chaos after the country’s Congress removed President Dina Boluarte on October 10, 2025. In a dramatic and unanimous vote, lawmakers cited moral incapacity, systemic security failures, and corruption as grounds for dismissal. The upheaval has installed José Jerí as interim president and stirred urgent questions…
