Gerdau Reins In Peru Investment as It Fights a Chinese Steel Rival
Gerdau is holding back investment in Peru while its Siderperú unit moves to block a rival Chinese steel project, as...
August 6, 2026Section
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Peru Mining Lobby Presses Government to Fast-Track Tía María
SNMPE wants Peru to prioritise Tía María, Southern Copper’s US$1.8 billion copper project, now targeted to start in 2027.
August 6, 2026
Foo Fighters to Play First-Ever Lima Show at Estadio San Marcos in 2027
Foo Fighters will play their first Lima concert on 3 March 2027 at Estadio San Marcos. Tickets go on sale...
August 6, 2026
Peru’s July Tax Take Jumps 20.4% to US$4.77 Billion
Peru tax collection rose 20.4% in July, with SUNAT taking in S/16,177 million (about US$4.5 billion), pointing to firmer economic...
August 6, 2026 Peru Halts Machu Picchu Trains as Wildfire Strands Hundreds
A wildfire near Machu Picchu suspended trains on the Ollantaytambo route on 4 August, stranding tourists before service resumed on...
August 5, 2026
Fujimori Government Unveils US$20.6 Billion Lima Metro Shock
Peru's Fujimori government fills key posts and unveils a US$20.6 billion Lima Metro shock to finish Line 2 and build...
August 5, 2026
Peru-China FTA Upgrade Adds E-Commerce and Supply Chain Rules
Peru ratified the optimization protocol upgrading its free-trade agreement with China, adding e-commerce, supply-chain and competition provisions.
August 5, 2026
Cusco’s August 2026 Culture Agenda: Candlelight Concerts and More
Cusco's August 2026 agenda brings Candlelight concerts to the Teatro Municipal del Cusco on 15 August, plus theatre and experiences...
August 5, 2026 Andino’s US$0 Bid to Run a Barcelona Port Terminal for 16 Years
Peruvian group Andino has reached the final round for a 16-year Barcelona port terminal concession in Spain, competing with Mestre...
August 5, 2026