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Peru

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

The era of open oceans could be drawing to a close, says academic Di Dongsheng, who urges Beijing to prepare “for struggle in a coming contest over sea power and the security of shipping routes”. Photo: Getty Images

US-China relations

What China can do to secure trade routes in its coming high-seas struggle with US

Di Dongsheng argues it could take three decades for China to dominate access to ports, straits, canals and shipping lanes around the world.

27 Aug 2026 - 3:58PMvideocam

Science

China sends archaeologists to South America to trace ancestral links

25 Aug 2026 - 11:57PMvideocam

China-Latin America relations

Chinese archaeologists head to Peru for joint project to explore ancient sites

23 Aug 2026 - 11:00PM

China-Latin America relations

Peru vows to apply Hong Kong trade deal, but is silent on mainland China

Prime Minister Luis Galarreta says country aims to become trade and investment bridge between South America and Asia-Pacific.

21 Aug 2026 - 5:20AMvideocam

Peru’s new government did not mention the Chinese-built Chancay megaport, operated by Cosco Shipping, in its first comprehensive policy programme. Photo: Handout

Japan

Greyest village in Japan turns to Peru sister city to plug worker shortage

Most of Nanmoku villagers are above 65 while Belen has a population of about 80,000, many of them young.

19 Aug 2026 - 10:41AM

China-Latin America relations

US accuses 9 Latin American countries of helping China avoid Trump’s tariffs

More than 40 countries targeted for helping Beijing illegally avoid tariffs by rerouting trade via nations with lower American import duties.

14 Aug 2026 - 7:34AMvideocam

Food and Drinks

Revealed: the ancient Andean secrets behind Peru’s vibrant potato varieties

With 90 microclimates, Peru is home to an astonishing array of unique ingredients. Its greatest treasure, however, is the humble potato, of which there are more than 4,000 native varieties. PostMag heads to the Andes and discovers a growing appreciation for the spud in its ancestral home.

10 Aug 2026 - 8:00AM

Potatoes dry in the sun in Peru’s Sacred Valley. Photo: Shutterstock

US-China relations

In Focus | Race for UN top job enters final stage: choice may ‘make or break’ bloc

A strong, visionary leader is needed as next secretary general as Iran war rages during one of most ‘unpredictable times geopolitically’.

7 Aug 2026 - 11:07PMvideocam

China trade

Opinion | Why China’s trade partners may question value of economic integration

Both Beijing and its economic partners must ask whether expanding trade strengthens domestic productive capacity and improves long-term competitiveness.

7 Aug 2026 - 5:17PMvideocam

Venezuela

In message from US jail, Maduro weighs in on Venezuela transition talks

Ex-president calls for ‘reconciliation’ ahead of US-backed meetings between the interim government and opposition.

3 Aug 2026 - 10:23AM

Venezuela’s captured ex-president Nicolas Maduro in handcuffs after landing at a Manhattan helipad in New York on January 5. Photo: TNS

Editor's Letter

This week in PostMag: from Hong Kong tea to Peruvian spuds, a global food adventure awaits!

Discover Hong Kong’s hillside tea revival, Peru’s 4,000 potato varieties, Stephen Yan’s wok legacy, artisan cleavers and Shaoxing wine’s gourmet renaissance – a feast for food lovers.

2 Aug 2026 - 8:00AM

A farmer plucks tea leaves at Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden, in the New Territories, Hong Kong. Photo: Alexander Mak

Aviation accidents

Tourist plane crashes in Peru, killing 13 people on sightseeing flight

Local media ‌said ‌the plane ⁠was carrying 11 ⁠passengers and 2 pilots when it crashed near the Nazca Lines archaeological site on Saturday.

2 Aug 2026 - 4:59AM

China-Latin America relations

Chile’s Kast courts China day after US hits exports with forced labour tariff

Chilean president, who campaigned on aligning Chile with Trump, meets Beijing delegation as his party claims Washington cannot be trusted.

1 Aug 2026 - 9:57AMvideocam

Americas and the Caribbean

Keiko Fujimori sworn in as Peru’s president, vowing to stabilise nation

Daughter of late leader Alberto Fujimori becomes Peru’s ninth president in a decade following a narrow election victory.

29 Jul 2026 - 12:35PM

Peru’s President Keiko Fujimori after being sworn in on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters

Natural disasters

At least 6 dead, 21 injured after 2 earthquakes hit Peru

Peru ‌lies along the ‌Pacific Ring of Fire, a zone that accounts for roughly 85 per cent of the world’s seismic activity.

20 Jul 2026 - 1:18AM

First responders in Peru search through collapsed houses on the outskirts of Huancayo, east of Lima in Junin Department on Sunday following an earthquake. Photo: Handout / Peruvian Ministry of Defence / AFP

China-Latin America relations

Why Peru wants to shift its relationship with China beyond raw mineral supplies

Lima is courting Chinese investment as it looks to a ‘new phase’ in their economic relationship, the country’s ambassador tells a forum.

6 Jul 2026 - 9:10PMvideocam

Americas and the Caribbean

New ghost shark species may have been found in Costa Rica

Scientists say the latest discovery has a ‘shorter’ snout, a ‘darker coloration pattern’ and a ‘much longer spine on its dorsal fin’.

4 Jul 2026 - 10:30AM

Japan

Japan’s detention system under scrutiny after ruling on abuse of restraints

A court order to compensate the family of a detainee shows reforms to immigration centres are urgently needed, observers say.

2 Jul 2026 - 4:22PM

A police bus enters the Tokyo Detention House in Japan in 2019. Photo: AFP

Americas and the Caribbean

Fujimori dynasty returns to Peru as ex-leader’s daughter wins presidency

Keiko Fujimori becomes the first woman popularly elected to lead Peru, securing office after three previous failed bids.

30 Jun 2026 - 3:54PM

Venezuela

Venezuela earthquakes draw aid from governments that cut ties with Caracas

Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and other governments that suspended relations with the country offer rescue teams and humanitarian aid.

26 Jun 2026 - 8:52PMvideocam

Americas and the Caribbean

Keiko Fujimori vows to unite a Peru ‘split in two’ as run-off lead holds

The presidential hopeful stopped short of declaring victory while securing what appears to be an insurmountable lead over Roberto Sanchez.

25 Jun 2026 - 7:00AM

Keiko Fujimori waves as she leaves her home in San Borja district, Lima, on Wednesfay. Photo: AFP

Americas and the Caribbean

Keiko Fujimori edges closer to winning Peru’s presidency

Right-wing candidate secures a narrow, unbeatable margin over her rival as overseas ballots help push her over the line.

24 Jun 2026 - 3:29PM

Keiko Fujimori's expected victory would finally deliver the job the 51-year-old has sought since 2011. Photo: Reuters

US-China trade war

Why the US remains ‘fragmented’ in a critical copper clash against China

Washington’s efforts to rebuild the domestic copper industry are colliding with Chinese dominance in a metal central to advanced tech and defence systems.

24 Jun 2026 - 10:22AMvideocam

Mainland China

Peru faces drawn-out count as presidential race goes down to the wire

Four-time candidate Keiko Fujimori is locked in a tight run-off with leftist rival Roberto Sanchez.

8 Jun 2026 - 5:43PM

European Union

Pope Leo urges end to ‘polarising narratives’ on Spain visit

The pope says he hopes the week-long tour of Spain will set an example to the world about respecting ‘every human being’.

6 Jun 2026 - 9:39PM

Pope Leo waves to faithful from the popemobile after a welcoming event at the Royal Palace in Madrid, Spain, on Saturday. Photo: EPA

US-China relations

The new Panama? Why Nicaragua could be next front in US-China influence battle

Beijing could move to build an alternative to the Panama Canal in Nicaragua, before the US gets involved, scholar warns.

9 Jun 2026 - 4:19PMvideocam

A vessel transits the Panama Canal. China could move to build a rival waterway in Nicaragua, as it looks to counter pressure from the United States. Photo: Reuters

US-China relations

Opinion | What does a ‘strong, quiet, clear’ US mean for China and Asia?

The US defence secretary’s speech at an annual defence forum had fewer China attacks, no mention of Taiwan and a nebulous vow to be ‘strong, quiet, clear’.

6 Jun 2026 - 1:56PMvideocam

Americas and the Caribbean

Shadow of old dictatorship looms over Peru’s bitter run-off

Rival final rallies expose deep ideological divides as voters prepare to choose between a familiar name and a break with the past.

5 Jun 2026 - 2:24PM

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What China can do to secure trade routes in its coming high-seas struggle with US

Di Dongsheng argues it could take three decades for China to dominate access to ports, straits, canals and shipping lanes around the world.

China sends archaeologists to South America to trace ancestral links

Chinese archaeologists head to Peru for joint project to explore ancient sites

Peru vows to apply Hong Kong trade deal, but is silent on mainland China

Prime Minister Luis Galarreta says country aims to become trade and investment bridge between South America and Asia-Pacific.

Greyest village in Japan turns to Peru sister city to plug worker shortage

Most of Nanmoku villagers are above 65 while Belen has a population of about 80,000, many of them young.

US accuses 9 Latin American countries of helping China avoid Trump’s tariffs

More than 40 countries targeted for helping Beijing illegally avoid tariffs by rerouting trade via nations with lower American import duties.

Revealed: the ancient Andean secrets behind Peru’s vibrant potato varieties

With 90 microclimates, Peru is home to an astonishing array of unique ingredients. Its greatest treasure, however, is the humble potato, of which there are more than 4,000 native varieties. PostMag heads to the Andes and discovers a growing appreciation for the spud in its ancestral home.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}In Focus | Race for UN top job enters final stage: choice may ‘make or break’ bloc

A strong, visionary leader is needed as next secretary general as Iran war rages during one of most ‘unpredictable times geopolitically’.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | Why China’s trade partners may question value of economic integration

Both Beijing and its economic partners must ask whether expanding trade strengthens domestic productive capacity and improves long-term competitiveness.

In message from US jail, Maduro weighs in on Venezuela transition talks

Ex-president calls for ‘reconciliation’ ahead of US-backed meetings between the interim government and opposition.

This week in PostMag: from Hong Kong tea to Peruvian spuds, a global food adventure awaits!

Discover Hong Kong’s hillside tea revival, Peru’s 4,000 potato varieties, Stephen Yan’s wok legacy, artisan cleavers and Shaoxing wine’s gourmet renaissance – a feast for food lovers.

Tourist plane crashes in Peru, killing 13 people on sightseeing flight

Local media ‌said ‌the plane ⁠was carrying 11 ⁠passengers and 2 pilots when it crashed near the Nazca Lines archaeological site on Saturday.

Chile’s Kast courts China day after US hits exports with forced labour tariff

Chilean president, who campaigned on aligning Chile with Trump, meets Beijing delegation as his party claims Washington cannot be trusted.

Keiko Fujimori sworn in as Peru’s president, vowing to stabilise nation

Daughter of late leader Alberto Fujimori becomes Peru’s ninth president in a decade following a narrow election victory.

At least 6 dead, 21 injured after 2 earthquakes hit Peru

Peru ‌lies along the ‌Pacific Ring of Fire, a zone that accounts for roughly 85 per cent of the world’s seismic activity.

Why Peru wants to shift its relationship with China beyond raw mineral supplies

Lima is courting Chinese investment as it looks to a ‘new phase’ in their economic relationship, the country’s ambassador tells a forum.

New ghost shark species may have been found in Costa Rica

Scientists say the latest discovery has a ‘shorter’ snout, a ‘darker coloration pattern’ and a ‘much longer spine on its dorsal fin’.

Japan’s detention system under scrutiny after ruling on abuse of restraints

A court order to compensate the family of a detainee shows reforms to immigration centres are urgently needed, observers say.

Fujimori dynasty returns to Peru as ex-leader’s daughter wins presidency

Keiko Fujimori becomes the first woman popularly elected to lead Peru, securing office after three previous failed bids.

Venezuela earthquakes draw aid from governments that cut ties with Caracas

Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and other governments that suspended relations with the country offer rescue teams and humanitarian aid.

Keiko Fujimori vows to unite a Peru ‘split in two’ as run-off lead holds

The presidential hopeful stopped short of declaring victory while securing what appears to be an insurmountable lead over Roberto Sanchez.

Keiko Fujimori edges closer to winning Peru’s presidency

Right-wing candidate secures a narrow, unbeatable margin over her rival as overseas ballots help push her over the line.

Why the US remains ‘fragmented’ in a critical copper clash against China

Washington’s efforts to rebuild the domestic copper industry are colliding with Chinese dominance in a metal central to advanced tech and defence systems.

Peru faces drawn-out count as presidential race goes down to the wire

Four-time candidate Keiko Fujimori is locked in a tight run-off with leftist rival Roberto Sanchez.

Pope Leo urges end to ‘polarising narratives’ on Spain visit

The pope says he hopes the week-long tour of Spain will set an example to the world about respecting ‘every human being’.

The new Panama? Why Nicaragua could be next front in US-China influence battle

Beijing could move to build an alternative to the Panama Canal in Nicaragua, before the US gets involved, scholar warns.

Opinion | What does a ‘strong, quiet, clear’ US mean for China and Asia?

The US defence secretary’s speech at an annual defence forum had fewer China attacks, no mention of Taiwan and a nebulous vow to be ‘strong, quiet, clear’.

Shadow of old dictatorship looms over Peru’s bitter run-off

Rival final rallies expose deep ideological divides as voters prepare to choose between a familiar name and a break with the past.

In Focus | Race for UN top job enters final stage: choice may ‘make or break’ bloc

Opinion | Why China’s trade partners may question value of economic integration