A man was killed during anti-government protests in Peru, intensifying a long-running standoff between citizens and the state over governance, corruption, security, and economic stress. Crowds gathered in central districts to demand political accountability, earlier elections, and stronger action against extortion and organized crime. Clashes erupted when police moved to…
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 once again confronting political instability. On October 10, 2025, Congress voted to remove President Dina Boluarte, citing “permanent moral incapacity.” In the wake of her exit, José Jerí, then head of Congress, assumed the presidency. But his first days in office have been marred by delays in forming…
In a dramatic turn in Peruvian politics, the country’s Attorney General has requested an 18-month travel ban on former President Dina Boluarte. This push comes just days after her removal from office, and it is tied to serious ongoing investigations into allegations of corruption, money laundering, and questionable benefits related…
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…
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…
Chile and Peru already dominate the copper landscape and are now projecting a combined 51% share of global production within the next 15 years. The push aligns with surging demand from EVs, renewable grids, data centers, and AI infrastructure, and pairs fresh mine throughput with a shift toward value-added copper…