Keiko Fujimori Government Starts Strong: 60% Approval, Pro-Market Team
The Keiko Fujimori government starts with 60% approval and a pro-market team. See what it means for mining investment, the...
August 10, 2026Section
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Lima’s Best Addresses Now Hinge On Internet, Metro Access And Hybrid Work
Fast internet, metro proximity and hybrid-work needs are reshaping where professionals choose to live in Lima. Miraflores and San Isidro...
August 9, 2026
Peru Mexico Relations Restored as Betssy Chávez Flies Out on a Military Plane
Betssy Chávez left Callao on a Mexican Air Force plane on 7 August after Peru granted a safe-conduct, and the...
August 7, 2026
Nexa Says Cerro Lindo Is Peru’s First Block-Caving Mine
Nexa says Cerro Lindo is Peru's first block-caving mine, targeting lower costs, deeper ore and safer remote operation.
August 7, 2026
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, 2026
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, 2026Peru 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