🇵🇪 Peru — Saturday, April 11, 2026
Highlights through the eyes of a long-term local resident.
Published — Apr 12, 4:13 AM (local) · Apr 12, 9:13 AM (UTC)
Editor · A resources sector entrepreneur based in Lima for 3 years
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Country braced for tomorrow's general elections
Security is being ramped up significantly for the April 12 general elections, with the government deploying over 100,000 police and military personnel to ensure order. The ONPE has finished distributing voting materials to more than 2,200 locations across Lima and Callao, using over 400 specialized transport units. To keep traffic flowing, the Metropolitano bus service will operate until 11:00 p.m. this Sunday. Authorities have also clarified that voters may bring a small paper note with their candidate's name and number to the booth to avoid confusion given the complexity of this ballot.
Editor's note
The mood in Miraflores and San Isidro is decidedly tense. If you're heading out tomorrow, expect heavy checkpoints and localized traffic snarls. Make sure you check your polling station on the ONPE website today—don't leave it until Sunday morning. And please, remember that the 'Ley Seca' is in full effect, so keep your celebrations dry until after the polls close.
Tía María license status creates market uncertainty
The mining sector is reeling after the Council of Mining annulled the exploitation license for the Tía María project. While the Ministry of Energy and Mines claims the re-evaluation process will be 'very rapid,' the Central Reserve Bank (BCRP) has publicly stressed the project's vital economic importance, noting it could generate US$20 billion in exports over two decades. Meanwhile, local authorities in Islay remain defiant, threatening further legal action.
Editor's note
This is a massive headache for investors. Tía María has been a political football for years, and this latest flip-flop just adds more volatility to an already shaky business environment. If you have interests in the Arequipa region, I’d suggest sitting tight and monitoring the legal appeals closely before making any capital commitments.
Violent crime incidents spark safety concerns
Tragedy struck in Piura where a pediatric doctor, Minouska de Jesús Pinto Lazo, was murdered outside her home. Simultaneously, a separate attack occurred in Trujillo, where an explosive device was detonated at a school gate located directly across from a police base. Authorities have launched investigations into both incidents.
Editor's note
These aren't random occurrences; they reflect a disturbing rise in targeted violence. Whether in the provinces or the capital, keep your wits about you. If you’re a business traveler, use private transport whenever possible and keep a low profile.
Regional trade tensions flare up
A brewing trade war between Colombia and Ecuador has drawn the attention of the Andean Community (CAN). Colombia is preparing to hike import tariffs on Ecuadorian goods from 30% to 100%, a move that the CAN secretary general warned will have 'adverse effects' across the entire sub-region.
Editor's note
Regional integration is taking a hit here. Keep an eye on supply chains if your business relies on cross-border logistics in the northern parts of the continent.
Reference Media: RPP NOTICIAS, Perú 21 News