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Peru

Antauro Humala, the “Peruvian Hitler,” is banned in Peru

The Prosecutor's Office argues that Humala's group promotes anti-democratic activities that violate fundamental rights and warned that it encourages violent discourse.

How do Peruvians experience inequality?

Despite the dramatic poverty that characterizes the country, there seems to be no sign of rebellion. On the contrary, it is among the poorest that hope is placed in their own efforts and, to a certain extent, in the support of the state.

Chinese fishing threatens Peru’s maritime sovereignty

The Peruvian navy has officially placed itself at the feet of China's commercial interests.

Alberto Fujimori, Peru’s last caudillo, dies

The most tangible legacy of this dark period is the neoliberal economic model that left deep marks since its implementation in 1992 and which remains into force.

Peru honors Fujimori, the former president sentenced for crimes against humanity

Alberto Fujimori was sentenced to 25 years in prison. It was the first time in Latin American history that a former president was tried and sentenced in his own country for crimes against humanity, violating international criminal law.

The “mochasueldo” legislators infecting Peru

Currently, the Peruvian Congress has thirteen mochasueldos, but the only one sanctioned so far has been María Cordejo Jon Tay. These are legislators of all colors who demand a slice of their workers' salaries to keep them in office.