FA Minister: Peru supports hemispheric platform against organized crime

At the event, the diplomat welcomed the proposal to establish a hemispheric platform for citizen security. This initiative aims to strengthen regional cooperation in response to the advance of organized crime through coordinated and effective actions that …

After turning red, river in Peru turns black again, sparking controversy

Peru, SANA- Residents of the Peruvian capital, Lima, were shocked to find the Rimac River turning black again, after having previously turned red. According to the Argentine newspaper Infobae, the phenomenon has raised concerns about its potential impact …

Peru: 317 kilos of cocaine seized from network linked to Sinaloa cartel

The Peruvian Prosecutor's Office seized more than 317 kilos of high-purity cocaine hydrochloride as part of an investigation into a criminal network linked to the Sinaloa Cartel, one of Mexico's most dangerous drug trafficking organizations, the …

Japanese Woman Rescued Alive on Peru's Highest Peak

Newsfrom Japan World Jun 27, 2025 09:34 (JST) Sao Paulo, June 26 (Jiji Press)--A Japanese woman was rescued alive on Huascaran on Thursday after she and another were stranded on the highest peak of Peru, according to a Japanese task force. Saki Terada was …

Peru Bets on Tourism Law to Spur Jobs and Investment Amid Slow Growth

Peru’s government has introduced a new tourism law to help the country’s economy grow and create more jobs. The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism says tourism made up 2.5% of Peru’s economy in 2023. Officials want this to grow to 3.7% by 2026. They …

Amatic Industries Showcased its Latest Innovations at Peru Gaming Show 2025

Reading Time: < 1 minute  Amatic has made a remarkable comeback at this year’s Peru Gaming Show, which took place on June 18–19. The company has showcased its latest innovations at the show. Visitors showed great enthusiasm not only for Amatic’s CXs30 …

Japanese climber dies on Peru’s highest peak, another rescued

SAO PAULO—A veteran Japanese mountain climber was declared dead in an accident atop Mount Huascaran, Peru’s highest peak, while her partner has been confirmed safe. Chiaki Inada, 40, a doctor, became unable to move due to suspected hypothermia near the …

Meet George Ryan, the Tipperary Don Quixote in 18th century Peru

Analysis: The Tipperaryman's adventures as a grandee at large in South America involved everything from coca collection to debt collecting This article is now available above as a Brainstorm podcast. You can subscribe to the Brainstorm podcast through …

Peru eyes closer ties with Guyana; embassy opening on the horizon

Peru Vizcarra

Former President Martin Vizcarra, who is under investigation for corruption during his administration, talks with his lawyer Erwin Siccha, during a break of a court hearing to decide if he will be held in pre-trial detention, in Lima, Peru, Thursday, June …