AGP Executive Report

El Niño Watch: Peru’s ENFEN raised the El Niño alert to 88%, warning the Coastal El Niño could stay at extraordinary intensity until January 2027, with heavier rains expected from November and major impacts on precipitation, river flows, and marine resources. U.S. Visa Moves: The U.S. announced visa restrictions targeting people accused of corruption and drug trafficking, naming Peru among the countries affected. Peru Economy & Wages: Peru’s president pushed Congress to respond to national challenges while signing a decree raising the Minimum Living Wage and outlining a wage increase aimed at supporting 600,000 workers’ households. Diplomacy: Peru’s foreign minister reiterated the country’s commitment to the peaceful use of nuclear energy, while Peru also moved to strengthen political dialogue with Panama. Sports Spotlight: USMNT’s Mauricio Pochettino opened the new cycle with a 4-2 win over Chile after beating Peru 4-1, with 17-year-old Mathis Albert making U.S. history as the youngest-ever scorer. Animal Welfare: Peru faces more than six million abandoned street animals, and a new campaign is pushing adoption and sterilization.

Trade Talks: Peru asked the U.S. to cut the extra 12.5% tariff added in July under forced-labor rules, saying it hits about US$5.3B in 2025 exports and affects roughly half of shipments, as Mincetur negotiates with the U.S. trade office. Immigration & Security: The U.S. revoked or restricted visas for nearly 30 officials and business figures across Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, citing alleged corruption and drug trafficking that undermine democratically elected governments. Environment & Crime: A new report highlights how illegal gold mining is ravaging Peru’s Madre de Dios, with satellite-linked damage and intensified patrols in the Tambopata reserve. Education Pressure: An OECD report warns teacher shortages are worsening across many systems, especially in math and science and in rural or disadvantaged areas. Tech Payments: Swift says it will bring familiar domestic payment identifiers (like phone numbers and virtual addresses) to cross-border transfers, aiming to make sending money abroad simpler. Sports (Peru-linked): USMNT’s Pochettino is rotating after a 4-1 win over Peru, with another South American test vs Chile next.

US visa crackdown on Peru-linked officials: The U.S. announced new visa limits and revocations for people from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru tied to corruption or drug trafficking under the “Shield of the Americas,” including Peru’s inclusion in the sanctions list. Peru security shake-up via El Salvador model: President Keiko Fujimori says she’ll visit El Salvador in late October to study Bukele’s anti-gang security and prison system, aiming to overhaul Peru’s overcrowded prisons as extortion networks keep pressuring businesses. Armed groups pushed back at Peru-Colombia border: Peru’s Unified Command PUMA (CUPUMA) reports forcing members of a transnational “Comandos de la frontera” group to retreat during a Putumayo operation, highlighting cross-border drug trafficking routes. School sexual violence case in Peru: A 16-year-old is accused of rape by classmates on a navy-run school bus, prompting renewed scrutiny of failures in Peru’s school protection and sex education. Minimum wage moves in Peru: Fujimori’s government signed a decree raising the Minimum Living Wage, targeting support for hundreds of thousands of workers’ households. Justice and politics in Peru’s courts: Coverage also highlights Peru’s judiciary pushing back on Keiko Fujimori-related claims and ongoing legal disputes.

Energy & Investment in Peru: Proparco and Santander financed Grupo Enhol’s 467MW solar PV project in Peru, which the company says will be the country’s largest and could supply about 2.5% of national electricity when it starts commercial operation next year. Crime & Elections in Lima: Extortionists in Los Olivos released a video showing the murder of a Lima driver, underscoring how transport extortion and organized crime are shaping public safety worries ahead of local elections. Mining & Peru’s Copper Push: King Copper added Dr. David Burrows to its technical advisory team for the Colquemayo copper project in southern Peru, aiming to sharpen targets beneath a high-sulphidation lithocap. El Niño Risk for Peru: A new report warns an intensifying El Niño could hit agriculture hard, with Peru among the region facing growing climate stress. Environment & the Amazon: Analysis says Lula-era policies helped avoid at least 20,000 km² of Amazon deforestation since 2022—an issue likely to loom as Brazil’s election could affect regional forest protection.

Organized Crime Crackdown: Peru’s President Keiko Fujimori said the government will keep pushing against transnational gangs while it waits for Congress to approve the legislative powers needed to toughen penalties, stressing political support and tools for forces working with the FBI after Peru joined the “Shield of the Americas.” Security Cooperation: Fujimori also tied the effort to the reality that criminal networks “do not respect borders,” and urged Congress to move faster. Shield of the Americas Expansion: In parallel, Peru highlighted joint operations already underway as part of the broader U.S.-backed regional security push. Transnational Crime in the Amazon: A new analysis says Brazilian criminal groups—especially the Red Command—are deepening ties with local partners across the Colombia-Peru-Brazil tri-border, including links to illegal gold mining in Madre de Dios. Public Health Alert: PAHO warns measles is surging across the Americas, with Peru among the hardest-hit countries, urging faster vaccination and outbreak response. Regional Trade & Logistics: The Chancay–Shanghai route logged 170 voyages in the first eight months, with cargo up 13.7%, as Peru’s port strengthens Pacific trade links. Sports Spotlight: The U.S. kicked off its 2030 World Cup cycle with a 4-1 friendly win over Peru, featuring multiple debutants.

USMNT vs Peru: Mauricio Pochettino’s U.S. side kicked off its post-World Cup cycle with a 4-1 friendly win over Peru in Orlando, powered by debutants Justin Ellis and Julian Hall and a standout Cavan Sullivan start at 16—plus Landon Donovan urging fans not to get carried away. Peru legal fight: Peru President Keiko Fujimori is facing a criminal complaint tied to keeping Attorney General María Caruajulca Quispe in office despite an ongoing case that could disqualify her. Local governance & infrastructure: Peru’s neighbors weren’t the only ones talking roads—Oman reported local-content rules pushing road-project spending above OMR200 million in the first half of 2026, a reminder how procurement choices shape outcomes. Public safety: Search efforts continue for missing Australian trekker Jordan Yap, last seen Sept. 14 on Peru’s Huayhuash trail. Culture & branding: In Peru’s “cola war,” Inca Kola rebranded amid debate over whether the new look weakens its classic identity. Sports spotlight: Celtic’s Auston Trusty helped steady the U.S. defense in the same Peru friendly, while Spain extended an unbeaten run to 39 matches.

USMNT vs Peru Friendly: The U.S. kicked off its post-World Cup cycle with a 4-1 win over Peru in Orlando, powered by a youth surge: 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan became the youngest U.S. starter since Freddy Adu, while Justin Ellis and Julian Hall scored on debut and Malik Tillman added a penalty. Player Watch: Christian Pulisic sat out the squad as Mauricio Pochettino leaned into new faces for the September–October window, with Chile next. Peru Search & Safety: In Peru’s Huayhuash region, loved ones are urging authorities to intensify the search for missing Australian hiker Jordan Yap, last seen Sept. 14 and now nearly two weeks overdue. Regional Security Shift: Colombia extradited alleged narco-terror leader Geovany Andrés Rojas (“Spider”) to the U.S., signaling a tougher security line that affects the wider Peru-border region. Diplomacy in Haiti: OAS states, including Peru, called for renewing Haiti’s gang suppression force mandate at the UN.

USMNT–Peru Friendly: The U.S. kicks off its post-World Cup cycle by hosting Peru on Sept. 26 in Orlando (4:30 p.m. ET), with Mauricio Pochettino leaning on a young roster that includes 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan, while Peru continues a rebuild under Mano Menezes and will use the tour to test options. US Soccer Fallout: Pochettino also revisited the Folarin Balogun red-card appeal controversy, saying he regrets not being more involved and that the episode “changed the energy” around the team. Peru Outdoors Safety: A Melbourne man, Jordan Yap, remains missing after a solo 10-day hike in Peru’s remote Huayhuash mountains; rescuers are searching after he failed to check in and missed flights. Youth in Peru: New SENAJU data highlights pressures on Peru’s 15–29 age group, including work-only engagement, not studying/working, depressive episodes, and high rates of partner violence among young women. Regional Security Link: Colombia extradited rebel leader Geovany Andres Rojas to the U.S., with his group operating in areas bordering Peru and Ecuador.

Peru Investment Push: President Keiko Fujimori used her UNGA trip and a New York Stock Exchange appearance to pitch Peru as “open to investment,” stressing private capital as a driver of jobs and growth. Sports—USMNT vs Peru: Ahead of Saturday’s friendly in Orlando, Mauricio Pochettino said he regrets not being more involved in the appeal of Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red card, after the controversy shifted the team’s energy. Peru in the Spotlight: Peru’s role in the international friendly calendar continues, with Canada set to host Peru next (Oct. 3), keeping Peru in the crosshairs of major North American football attention. Regional Security Debate: At the UN, Trinidad and Tobago stayed in the hall during Netanyahu’s address while reaffirming a two-state solution, underscoring how UNGA diplomacy remains tightly linked to regional politics. Environment & Peru Research: New imaging-based research mapped Peru’s forest canopy differences to better predict bird habitat risk as deforestation and climate pressures accelerate.

Mining & Investment: Peru expects to add about 1 million metric tons of annual copper output in 5–6 years by pushing new projects, as President Keiko Fujimori’s government cuts red tape to revive stalled mining plans and attract Chinese and U.S. investors. Diplomacy (Western Sahara): Peru says it will open a consulate in Dakhla and backs Morocco’s territorial integrity and UN Security Council Resolution 2797, positioning the move as both political and economic. Regional Security (Shield of the Americas): Countries in the Trump-backed initiative announced their first joint action against at least 24 narco-terrorist groups, including possible asset freezes and visa restrictions, with Peru among participants. Health & Mobility: A pro-vaccine outlet links measles spread in the Americas to high travel and mass events tied to the FIFA World Cup, warning that vaccination gaps can turn movement into outbreaks. Amazon Health Mission: NAMRU SOUTH microbiologist Lt. Bret Peterson completed a 45-day riverine operation in Peru’s Amazon, collecting samples and supporting malaria and dengue detection with local partners. Sports (USMNT vs Peru): The U.S. men’s team hosts Peru in Orlando, with the friendly framed as a chance to test the player pool ahead of upcoming competitive matches.

US–Peru Soccer Spotlight: The USMNT’s post-World Cup reset under Mauricio Pochettino puts Peru in the spotlight for a fall friendly, with the U.S. bringing a youth-heavy roster and aiming to bounce back after a 4–1 World Cup exit. Peru Sports & Tourism: Peru’s Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister Rogers Valencia is profiled for decades of experience pushing competitiveness in the sector. Regional Security Push: Guyana joins a U.S.-led “Shield of the Americas” push, backing coordinated sanctions and financial crackdowns on narco-terrorist networks across the hemisphere. Peru Mining Update: Titiminas Silver reports new drill results from its Madre Sierra Norte and Madre Sierra projects in Junín, highlighting continued high-grade silver mineralization. El Niño Watch: Piura braces for the return of El Niño as UN warnings point to major climate impacts for Latin America. Deportations Court Fight (US): The Trump administration vows to appeal after a court blocks third-country deportations, including a case involving a Peruvian migrant.

Peru Election Security: Peru’s campaign is roiled by a surge of threats and extortion against candidates, with the murder of Susy Aponte Polo among the most alarming cases—raising fears of lower turnout and destabilizing the Lima mayoral race. Naval Lyceum Rape Case: In Lima, prosecutors are investigating a rape allegation involving six minors detained after a sexual assault on a student at the Almirante Guise Naval Lyceum, highlighting concerns about how the military education system handles abuse. UNGA Crime Agenda: President Keiko Fujimori used the UN General Assembly to frame criminal groups as “terrorist” organizations and push international action against drug trafficking. Shield of the Americas Sanctions: Peru signed onto the US-led “Shield of the Americas” sanctions push, joining asset freezes and visa restrictions targeting 24 groups labeled narco-terrorist. Climate & Water Risk: A new fight over Argentina’s Andean glaciers echoes wider regional worries: mining and data-center growth could worsen water shortages and flooding risks. Culture & Diplomacy: Peru and Germany highlighted strategic cooperation at UN-related talks, including efforts to combat organized crime and drug trafficking.

Peru at UNGA: President Keiko Fujimori used her UN General Assembly appearance to frame criminal groups as “terrorist groups,” pushing a tougher line on crime and international cooperation. Economic & investment push: Peru’s MEF highlighted the country’s strategic role in the energy transition, while Fujimori met the IDB chief to seek financial and technical support. Trade & regional ties: Peru also advanced its agenda with Asia-Pacific and the U.S., and urged a regional fight against transnational crime alongside Chile at the UN. Environment & water security: In Peru’s high Andes, communities are racing to protect water as glaciers retreat and weather shifts threaten reservoirs. Culture & inclusion: Lima’s Teatro La Plaza staged a Spanish-language “Hamlet” with actors with Down syndrome, bringing a new version of the classic to audiences worldwide. Sports (Peru in focus): Peru secured bronze at the Yucatán 2026 Down Futsal World Cup, while Peru’s national team is set to face Canada in the Oct. window.

UN Crime Crackdown: President Donald Trump used the UN General Assembly to push the “Shield of the Americas” coalition to designate 24 criminal networks as “narco-terrorists,” backing sanctions like asset freezes and visa bans; Peru is among the participating countries, and the list includes groups active in Peru such as Tren de Aragua and the Shining Path. Peru at UN: Peru’s economy and security message also landed at UN forums, with the finance ministry highlighting the country’s role in the energy transition and the government framing criminal organizations as terrorist groups. Diesel Export Ban Debate: Trump signaled openness to a possible US diesel export ban amid record US prices; analysts warn it could disrupt fuel flows to key buyers including Peru and raise costs rather than fix prices. Local Spotlight: Peru’s Conservative President Keiko Fujimori debuted at the UN, calling for action against “terrorist” drug criminals. Media Watch: A fact-check debunked a viral claim that Leni Robredo challenged VP Sara Duterte to a 2028 presidential debate.

UNGA Spotlight: President Donald Trump told world leaders he’ll use “unmatched military might” against drug cartels, framing them as the “ISIS of the Western Hemisphere,” as he pushes the Shield of the Americas coalition. Peru Politics & Security: Peru’s extortion crisis is escalating, with reports of a murdered investigative journalist-candidate in Chimbote and fresh threats against another reporter, while the Executive delays repeal of pro-crime laws. Diplomacy in New York: Peru’s President Keiko Fujimori met Dominican President Luis Abinader to deepen cooperation on security, AI, cultural heritage, disaster resilience, and trade ahead of UNGA engagements. Climate Watch for Peru: Scientists say El Niño is strengthening to record levels, raising the odds of harsher impacts across Peru and the region. Economy & Trade: Peru continues to lead Hass avocado exports, reaching 505,377 metric tons in the first half of 2026, with new market openings aimed at boosting small producers. Tech & Payments: Kunfupay says its Yape On-File one-click checkout (with EBANX) drove a 46% revenue uplift in Peru. Sports (Peru in the mix): USMNT friendlies include Peru (Sept. 26), with Mauricio Pochettino using a youth-heavy roster.

Peru–Poland Crime Pact: Peru and Poland signed an extradition agreement in New York to strengthen cooperation against transnational organized crime, terrorism, corruption, and impunity, with both sides also discussing business and environment ministry links. Pope Leo XIV’s Latin America Tour: The Vatican released Pope Leo XIV’s itinerary for a Nov. 6–17 trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, including a final stop in Callao and a Peru theme of “Let us open our hearts.” Peru Election Violence: Peruvian journalist and regional candidate Susy Aponte Polo (“China Polo”) was shot dead during a campaign event in Caraz, days after she publicly warned about death threats; authorities say suspects are in custody and the case is under investigation. USMNT Friendlies vs Peru: Ricardo Pepi withdrew injured, replaced by Damion Downs, as the US prepares a four-match stretch that includes a Sept. 26 friendly vs Peru. El Niño Warning for the Region: ECLAC warned a “super” El Niño could hit Latin America and the Caribbean with losses of at least 2% of GDP and push millions more into poverty, with Peru among the countries facing severe impacts.