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Capital

Lima

Head of State

President Dina Boluarte

Head of Government

Prime Minister Gustavo Adrianzén

The project will explore major sites such as Caral. Photo: Shutterstock

China-Latin America relations

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

The partnership – part of a wider effort to expand cultural ties – will explore sites associated with the 5,000-year-old Caral civilisation.

23 Aug 2026 - 11:00PM

China-Latin America relations

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

21 Aug 2026 - 5:20AMvideocam

Japan

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

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

Chinese container ship Cosco Shipping Rose docks at the Panama Canal’s Cocoli locks in Panama City. The White House has accused nine Latin American economies of helping Beijing illegally evade US tariffs by rerouting trade through countries with lower US import duties. Photo: AP

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

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

Shipping containers are seen at the port in Nanjing, in China’s eastern Jingsu province, early on June 9. Photo: AFP

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

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

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

One of the geoglyphs etched into a slope at the Unesco Nazca Lines world heritage site in the Peruvian desert. On Saturday, a tourist plane visiting the archaeological site crashed, killing all 13 passengers and crew, police said. Photo: Peruvian Ministry of Culture / AFP

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

China's ambassador to Chile, Niu Qingbao, and Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast at the La Moneda Palace in Santiago on Friday. Photo: Handout

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

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

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

Exports of raw materials such as copper are a mainstay of the Peruvian economy. Photo: Reuters

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

The newly discovered Costa Rican ghost shark (Rhinochimaera costaricana) at the Museum of Zoology of the University of Costa Rica’s Centre for Research in Biodiversity and Tropical Ecology in San Jose on Friday. Photo: AFP

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

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

Neighbours carry a man from the rubble of a collapsed building in La Guaira, Venezuela. Photo: AP

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

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

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

Presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori after voting on Sunday. Photo: AP

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

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

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

Keiko Fujimori at her closing campaign rally. Photo: AP

Americas and the Caribbean

Peru’s leftist Sanchez to face Fujimori in presidential run-off

Official results emerged after a month-long count that has led to allegations of fraud in the politically turbulent South American nation.

16 May 2026 - 1:15AM

Thailand

Thailand vows strict tourist oversight after public sex incidents

The pledge followed a Monday incident in Phuket where a couple was found performing a sexual act in a popular tourist area.

6 May 2026 - 7:55PMvideocam

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

The partnership – part of a wider effort to expand cultural ties – will explore sites associated with the 5,000-year-old Caral civilisation.

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

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

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.

Peru’s leftist Sanchez to face Fujimori in presidential run-off

Official results emerged after a month-long count that has led to allegations of fraud in the politically turbulent South American nation.

Thailand vows strict tourist oversight after public sex incidents

The pledge followed a Monday incident in Phuket where a couple was found performing a sexual act in a popular tourist area.

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