Peru News in English

Good morning! It’s 1st May, and here’s your Peru daily news capsule.

The Ministry of Economy predicts a 3.2% growth in GDP by 2026 despite global crises.

Petroperú's Balcázar ties loans to changes in the company's board amid refinery crisis.

Embassies of Israel and Germany demand a retraction from Balcázar after his antisemitic remarks.

Pronabec confirms no Beca Bicentenario calls in 2026 but assures the program will continue.

The JNJ will select a new ONPE chief during the second round of elections.

Survivor from Colcabamba claims he was forced to confess to drug trafficking under threat.

Fraudulent job offers in Russia lead Peruvians into conflict, raising urgent repatriation calls.

The Judiciary imposes an 18-month travel ban on Piero Corvetto and others under investigation.

JNJ does not ratify judge Oswaldo Ordoñez after his criticism of Congress's crime-related laws.

Four police officers arrested for alleged involvement in extortion and organized crime in San Martín.

Middle East conflict: UAE rejects unilateral agreements with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump warns Merz against interfering in the Iran conflict, threatening to withdraw U.S. troops.

Glencore plans to invest 1.8 billion dollars to expand copper operations in Peru.

Inflation is eating into Peruvians' investment returns, raising concerns about who is losing the most.

Health brigades ramp up vaccination efforts to close gaps in vulnerable populations.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!