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The latest news, analysis and opinion on Peru. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.

Capital

Lima

Head of State

President Dina Boluarte

Head of Government

Prime Minister Gustavo Adrianzén

Pope Leo at the central balcony of St Peter’s Basilica for his first Sunday blessing. Photo: AP

Catholic Church

Pope Leo appeals for global peace in first Sunday address

New pope denounces the number of conflicts ravaging the globe, calling it a ‘third world war in pieces’.

12 May 2025 - 11:24AM

Americas and the Caribbean

Peruvians celebrate new pope, praise his ‘big heart’

11 May 2025 - 8:40PM

Religion

Editorial | New pope may inspire global quest for peace

11 May 2025 - 6:30AM

Hong Kong society

Faithful called to pray for Leo XIV, first US pope, by Hong Kong Catholic Church

The new pontiff, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was elected on Thursday as 267th pope of Roman Catholic Church.

9 May 2025 - 4:13PM

Catholic Church

Robert Prevost chosen as new pope, first US pontiff in history

He has taken the name Leo XIV and will succeed Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at age 88.

9 May 2025 - 5:43PMvideocam

Icons and Influencers

Style according to … Kristina Romanova, CEO of Aman Essentials

The CEO of Aman Essentials tells Style about her favourite luxury stays, London haunts, vintage fashion, beauty must-haves and more.

29 Apr 2025 - 1:00PM

Italy

Explainer | Who could succeed Pope Francis in the Vatican’s secretive conclave?

Several contenders have emerged to replace Pope Francis, with each bringing unique qualities and influences to the Vatican’s future leadership.

21 Apr 2025 - 10:50PMvideocam

A person stands next to a photograph of Pope Francis inside Saint Anthony Catholic Church in Istanbul, Turkey on Monday. Photo: AP

Hong Kong economy

Peru port could be an answer to US fees on Chinese ships: Hong Kong experts

‘The measure could potentially hit [the US’ own] logistics … affecting not only us but the rest of the world,’ industry leader says.

19 Apr 2025 - 10:00PM

Brazil

Exclusive | China delegation visits Brazil to discuss railway link to Peru megaport

Post learns major infrastructure projects on table during week-long tour across country as Beijing eyes boost in trade ties.

17 Apr 2025 - 6:04AMvideocam

Americas and the Caribbean

Peru court sentences ex-president Humala, wife to 15 years for money laundering

Judges found that the leader received several million dollars in illegal campaign contributions from construction giant Odebrecht.

16 Apr 2025 - 11:46AMvideocam

Peru’s former president Ollanta Humala waves as he arrives at the Carlos Zavala Loayza building of Peru’s Judicial Power in Lima, Peru, on Tuesday. Photo: EPA-EFE

Americas and the Caribbean

Peru declares state of emergency in capital after murder of popular singer

Soldiers deployed in Lima to help police crack down after a wave of killings linked to extortion.

18 Mar 2025 - 1:13PM

Peru on Monday declared a month-long state of emergency in the capital Lima. File photo: Shutterstock

Americas and the Caribbean

Roaches, birds, turtles: How Peru fisherman survived at sea for 95 days

Ecuadorian fishing patrol finds him over 1,000km off the coast, heavily dehydrated and in critical condition.

16 Mar 2025 - 10:02AM

Business of climate change

China miners accelerate overseas buying spree

Last month, MMG said it would buy British miner Anglo American’s nickel business in Brazil.

6 Mar 2025 - 10:20PMvideocam

Ecuador

Leftist surge pushes Ecuador presidential race toward run-off

Ecuador’s conservative incumbent Daniel Noboa led leftist Luisa González by less than 1 per cent in close race.

10 Feb 2025 - 10:09PM

Incumbent Daniel Noboa led leftist Luisa Gonzalez by less than 1 per cent. Photo: AFP

European Union

Vatican: sanctions still in effect against Opus Dei cardinal

Peruvian Juan Luis Cipriani Thorne, the first cardinal of Opus Dei, was sanctioned following accusations of sexual abuse.

26 Jan 2025 - 6:53PM

Pope Francis during a solemn mass where he made 21 new cardinals in St. Peter’s Basilica at The Vatican, on December 7. Photo: AP

United States

Opinion | On the Panama Canal, Donald Trump has much to learn from Jimmy Carter

Carter’s restrained statesmanship at the height of US dominance stands in contrast to Trump’s bellicose rhetoric as his country’s influence declines.

21 Jan 2025 - 4:30PMvideocam

US-China relations

Aching since China halted foreign adoptions, US families pin hopes on Trump

Resolving the matter of nearly 270 pending adoptions from China could be a win-win for both Beijing and Washington, experts say.

18 Jan 2025 - 8:46AM

Greater Bay Area

Editorial | Hong Kong should market Greater Bay Area to the world

As the region’s superconnector, city is best placed to explain the incredible opportunities available in the development zone.

17 Jan 2025 - 6:15AM

Sylvia Wu, a partner in PwC’s tax and business advisory service, speaks during an SCMP China Conference panel session on attracting global capital to the Greater Bay Area. Photo: Nora Tam

US-China relations

China denies it was behind US Treasury hack

Beijing says claims a Chinese state-sponsored actor was behind the cybersecurity breach are ‘groundless’ and ‘lack evidence’.

31 Dec 2024 - 8:30PMvideocam

US-China relations

Trump’s pick of Rubio as top US diplomat leaves Latin America bracing

Long-time outspoken China critic raises concerns in region he might press governments to choose sides between Washington and Beijing.

31 Dec 2024 - 3:29AMvideocam

Venezuela

Venezuela opposition adviser holed up in Argentine residence calls it ‘prison’

Residence has been without power for more than a month, said Magalli Meda, adviser to opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.

29 Dec 2024 - 6:48AM

A police patrol car sits parked outside Argentina’s embassy where some members of Venezuela’s opposition are seeking asylum inside, in Caracas, Venezuela. Photo: AP

Video | ‘Undercover Grinch’ makes drug bust in Peru

A police officer in Lima dressed as the Christmas character raided the home of suspected drug dealers.

25 Dec 2024 - 1:00PMvideocam

War and conflict

Opinion | US presidential transition is the thread tying world’s crises together

As US allies face mounting challenges and tensions rise with adversaries, Joe Biden and Donald Trump must work together to manage uncertainties.

12 Dec 2024 - 8:24AMvideocam

Donald Trump

Editorial | Trump a good reason for China, Japan thaw

Crisis of trust between two countries with fragile economies has to be overcome for both their sakes.

11 Dec 2024 - 11:50PM

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Can Hong Kong reclaim its role as Asia’s gateway to the Americas?

As China expands trade and investment in Latin America, a proactive Hong Kong should seize the opportunity to connect all parties involved.

6 Dec 2024 - 9:30AM

Ursula Desilu Leon Chempen (left), Peru’s foreign trade and tourism minister, and Algernon Yau Ying-wah (right), Hong Kong’s commerce and economic development secretary, sign a free-trade agreement in Lima, Peru, on November 16. Photo: Handout

Americas and the Caribbean

Peru rocked by president’s nose job controversy

Peruvian president faces calls for removal after she disappeared from public view for nose surgery without delegating her powers.

4 Dec 2024 - 11:09AM

Peru’s President Dina Boluarte in April. File photo: AP

China trade

China extends reach into Latin America as crane exports pick up

China is expanding its maritime footprint in Latin America, with more exports of cranes amid rising tensions with the US.

27 Nov 2024 - 9:42PMvideocam

Diplomacy

Xi’s South American tour: China takes centre stage as US heads for the wings

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s nine-day trip to Peru and Brazil shows Beijing’s growing profile while US awaits the coming of Trump 2.0.

26 Nov 2024 - 10:59AMvideocam

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