Peru Unrest

• Peru orders closure of Machu Picchu, Inca Trail as protests flare

  Peruvian authorities ordered the closure of the Incan citadel of Machu Picchu and the Inca trail which leads to the world-renowned archeological site as of Saturday.

  World

  Jan 21, 2023
  
• Protesters pour into Peru’s capital demanding president’s resignation

  Thousands of people poured into Peru's capital, many from remote Andean regions, for a protest Thursday against President Dina Boluarte.

  World

  Jan 19, 2023
  
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• Peru’s chief prosecutor launches probe into protest deaths

  The ouster of leftist former President Pedro Castillo last month triggered the unrest, which has claimed the lives of at least 41 civilians and one police officer.

  World

  Jan 13, 2023
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• Mexico, Jamaica, Peru on alert list. How Canadians can make informed travel decisions

  The Canadian government has released a list of travel advisories for countries like Mexico, Jamaica and Peru to help travellers make informed decisions.

  Canada

  Jan 8, 2023
• Peru president to replace prime minister as part of Cabinet reshuffle

  Peruvian President Dina Boluarte, who was vice president until earlier this month, said on Sunday she will replace the prime minister as part of a reshuffling of her Cabinet.

  World

  Dec 18, 2022
• Two British Columbians stranded in Cusco, Peru due to civil unrest

  Tony Hepburn and Colleen Fish of Ladner, B.C., arrived in Peru on Dec. 1, 2022 and have since been caught up in the travel chaos associated with the country’s state of emergency.

  Canada

  Dec 18, 2022
• Peru’s new government declares national emergency, suspends rights amid unrest

  The declaration suspends the rights of assembly and freedom of movement and allows the police to search people's homes without permission or judicial order.

  World

  Dec 14, 2022
• Canadians travelling to Peru urged to exercise ‘high degree of caution’ amid unrest

  Canadian travellers are being advised avoid non-essential travel to certain areas in Peru due to "instances of domestic terrorism and criminal activity."

  Canada

  Dec 14, 2022
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• B.C. residents caught up in civil unrest in Peru

  On Monday, officials advised Canadians in Peru to register with the Canadian Embassy in the Andean country so they can be reached if necessary.

  World

  Dec 13, 2022