Peru news
The economy, politics, wages, public services, technology and sports in Peru, with official data and cited sources.
Peru's 2027 budget: S/266.506 billion and the points dividing the MEF and Congress
Peru's Congress is debating a 2027 budget of S/266.506 billion. A committee has already approved the Borrowing and Fiscal Balance laws, but five provisions, including mining royalties and 26 new universities, remain in dispute with the MEF.
How much does a civil engineer earn in Peru in 2026: average salary, range and by city
A young civil engineer in Peru earns on average S/ 3,966 a month, in a range of S/ 1,500 to S/ 7,000, according to the Labor Ministry's Mi Carrera platform. What engineers over 30 earn, job-ad salaries by city and how it compares with other engineering fields.
Lima inflation rises to 5.25% in October, the highest in 38 months: corn and fish led the increases
Metropolitan Lima's CPI rose 0.57% in October 2026 and annual inflation reached 5.25%, according to INEI. Nationwide it was 0.56% and 4.83% over twelve months. Which products rose, the month-by-month series and what it means for the BCRP and its 1%-3% target.
Keiko Fujimori and CECOT-style mega-prisons: what Peru proposes after visiting Bukele
Keiko Fujimori said Peru can build two mega-prisons inspired by El Salvador's CECOT in seven months, after visiting the country. What she announced, the agreements signed with Bukele and how it compares with Peru's prison overcrowding.
Julio Velarde gets an A+ from Global Finance: Latin American central banker grades in 2026
The head of Peru's central bank (BCRP), Julio Velarde, earned the top grade (A+) in Global Finance's Central Banker Report Cards 2026, together with Denmark's governor. What the ranking assesses, which other central bankers in the region stood out and where inflation and interest rates stand in Peru.
Peru-China free trade agreement upgrade takes effect on November 1: what changes and how much Peru exports to China
The protocol upgrading the Peru-China free trade agreement takes effect on November 1, 2026, under Supreme Decree 012-2026-MINCETUR: it modernizes 7 chapters and adds 5. What changes, how much Peru exports to China and which sectors could gain.
Peru's SUTEP national teachers' strike on October 29: is there school and what do teachers want?
Peru's SUTEP union confirmed a 24-hour national strike for Thursday, October 29. The Education Ministry has not suspended classes: it depends on each school. What teachers demand, Law 32581 on pensions and whether an indefinite strike is coming.
Keiko Fujimori travels to El Salvador: Bukele meeting, CECOT visit and who is in charge
Peru's president will be in El Salvador from October 28 to 31 to meet Nayib Bukele and visit CECOT, then head to the Ibero-American Summit in Madrid. Schedule, delegation, costs, who takes over and the criticism.
Peru's December 2026 bonus (gratificación): how much you get, how it is calculated and the payment deadline
Peru's December bonus equals a full month's salary plus a 9% extraordinary bonus and must be paid by December 15, 2026. How to calculate it, the proportional bonus and examples with the S/ 1,230 minimum wage.
Peru's non-working days for Pope Leo XIV's visit: dates, regions and how hours are made up
Supreme Decree 020-2026-TR declares compensable non-working days between November 11 and 16 in Lima, Callao and six regions for Pope Leo XIV's visit. Dates by department, hours, itinerary and how time is made up.
Peru's MAPE bill: what the government proposes for small-scale mining and the end of Reinfo
Keiko Fujimori's government presented the MAPE bill: it closes Reinfo on December 31, 2026, and creates a consolidation regime from 2027. What it proposes, the deadlines, mercury and experts' criticism.
Peru's S/ 8.2 billion supplementary budget: where the money goes and how it is financed
Peru's bicameral Budget Committee approved on October 21 a S/ 8,228 million supplementary budget for public works, health, education and El Niño. The breakdown, bond financing and criticism.
How much does a teacher earn in Peru in 2026: pay by teaching scale
A tenured teacher on Peru's first scale earns S/ 3,500.70 for 30 hours and up to S/ 9,801.96 on the eighth scale for 40 hours. The 2026 pay scale, contract teachers and comparisons.
How much does a police officer earn in Peru in 2026: PNP pay by rank
A third-class sub-officer of Peru's National Police earns S/ 2,924.82 in consolidated pay since June 2026, under Supreme Decree 112-2026-EF. Full table for officers and sub-officers and how much it rose.
Peru's Senate approves legislative powers for Keiko Fujimori: 35 votes and the 27 points
Peru's Senate approved on October 21, with 35 votes for, 18 against and 6 abstentions, delegating powers to the Executive for 90 days on security and El Niño. The 27 points and how each caucus voted.
Keiko Fujimori and Daniel Noboa meet in Lima: what is at stake at the Peru-Ecuador Binational Cabinet
Peru's president and Ecuador's president lead the 17th Binational Cabinet at the Government Palace on Tuesday. Security, trade and the border, with figures on trade between the two countries.
How much does a Peruvian passport cost in 2026: price, requirements and walk-in service
Peru's electronic passport costs PEN 120.90 and has been issued without an appointment, on a first-come basis, since June 1, 2026. Ten-year validity for adults, rules for minors and how to pay.
Extraordinary coastal El Niño: what ENFEN says and which regions of Peru are at risk
Peru's ENFEN keeps its coastal El Niño alert and forecasts extraordinary magnitude until January 2027 and strong until autumn. Rain on the northern coast, rivers that could overflow and drought in the south.
Legislative powers for Keiko Fujimori: Peru's Senate committee approves 27 and sends them to the floor
Peru's Senate Constitution Committee voted 7-0 to approve the Deputies' 20 powers on security and El Niño and added seven more: 27 in total go to the full Senate, which has the final say.
Keiko Fujimori's approval falls to 40% and disapproval rises to 49%, Ipsos poll shows
The October Ipsos poll for Perú21 gives President Keiko Fujimori a 40% approval rating, down from 57% in August. Prime Minister Galarreta stands at 26%. Figures, methodology and context.
Peru's CTS November 2026: deposit deadline, how to calculate it and whether you can withdraw it
Peru's CTS November 2026 severance deposit is due by Monday, November 16, because the 15th falls on a Sunday. It equals half a month's pay plus 1/12 of the July bonus and can be withdrawn in full until December 31.
How much the president of Peru earns: Keiko Fujimori's salary and how it has changed since 2001
Peru's president is paid 35,568 soles a month, set by Supreme Decree 136-2025-EF. In August she received 39,124.80 soles. Why the difference, how the salary has changed since Toledo and how it compares.
Minimum wage in Peru 2026: it rises to S/ 1,230 and will reach S/ 1,300 in 2027
Peru's minimum wage rose from S/ 1,130 to S/ 1,230 on October 1, 2026, with a second S/ 70 step due in 2027. How much it is, who it applies to and how it has risen since 2012.
Public holidays in Peru 2027: calendar and long weekends
Peru has 16 national holidays in 2027, with Easter on March 25 and 26 and Independence Day on July 28 and 29. The full calendar, long weekends and how much you are paid if you work.
How much do members of Congress earn in Peru: deputies' and senators' pay in 2026
The 130 deputies and 60 senators of Peru's new two-chamber Congress are paid S/ 15,600 a month, plus allowances that bring the total to about S/ 32,000. How many minimum wages that is.