Peru Election Irregularities
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Peru's presidential election faced over 100 reported incidents and 72 arrests, with prosecutors investigating criminal activities. Meanwhile, the Constitutional Court is reviewing an appeal to overturn former President Ollanta Humala's conviction.
Four Injured in Central Peru Earthquake
- A magnitude 5 earthquake struck the central Peruvian region of Junín on Thursday, injuring at least four people. - Peru's Ministry of Health deployed an Advanced Medical Post and ambulances to Chongos Bajo district to treat the injured. - The earthquake caused rockfalls and damaged houses, particularly in Chongos Bajo, which was also affected by previous earthquakes on July 18.
Magnitude 5 quake shakes Peru's Junín region, recalling deadly July tremor
- A magnitude 5 earthquake shook the Junín region in central Peru on August 6, 2026. - The tremor caused alarm as it was similar in magnitude to a July 18 earthquake that killed five people in the sam…
Peru's exports hit record $54 billion in first half of 2026
- Peru's exports reached a record $54 billion in the first half of 2026, a 34% increase year-on-year. - This growth was driven by high international prices for copper and gold, with metallic and non-m…
Ex-Fujimori minister appointed Peru's new tax chief
- Peru's government appointed lawyer César Luna Victoria as the new head of the national tax and customs authority (Sunat). - Luna Victoria previously served as a minister under former President Alber…
Peru Celebrates Official Announcement of 'Peruvian Pope' Leo XIV's Homecoming Visit
- Peru is eagerly awaiting the official visit of Pope Leo XIV, referred to as 'the Peruvian Pope'. - Leo XIV, formerly a missionary and bishop in Peru, will visit the country in November as part of hi…