America Peru The government sued the oil company Repsol for the spilling of over 10.000 barrels of oil which took place near Lima on Jan 15, causing environmental damage in over 50 km of national coastline
America Peru Former President Pedro Castillo will stand trial starting 4 March for rebellion and abuse of authority over his failed 2022 attempt to dissolve Congress; currently serving 18 months of pretrial detention, he faces a potential 34-year sentence while
America Peru UNESCO Peru and the Ministry of Culture are collaborating with the Checca Pupuja Indigenous community in Puno to preserve and transmit traditional ceramic knowledge, involving youth workshops and showcasing works at the Virgen de la Candelaria Festival
America Peru International tourism rose by 29% in 2024, totaling 3,2 million visitors entering Peru; Chile, the US, and Europe were the key sources
America Peru Peru completed its inaugural blueberry shipment to China via the new Port of Chancay, reaching Shanghai and Hong Kong in 23 days, showcasing the port's efficiency and enhancing Peru's agricultural exports