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A traveling soul will always consider visiting one of the seven natural wonders of the world. One of those wonders is the Peruvian Amazon and the Amazon River, where visitors can experience unique encounters with nature in complete comfort. |
Peruvian President Ollanta Humala on Monday brushed aside a sharp slowdown in growth last year and said policies to alleviate poverty and boost development over the long-term were more important than economic numbers.
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 Peru's mining potential is still "high" and "important in the world," which turns the country into a "privileged one" for welcoming investors of the aforementioned sector, affirmed today the Minister of Energy and Mines, Rosa Ortiz.
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 Peru's mining production rebounded 5.8% in January as output of most major metals rose, the government said in a preliminary report. Copper production climbed 0.4%, while silver gained 12% and gold rose 1.9%, the national statistics institute said in a statement. Zinc and lead gained 12.6% and 16.5%, respectively, while molybdenum jumped 24.6% and iron ore rose 13.8%
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A total 322 poverty-stricken citizens, living at the Huallaga River area, will receive training in different domains through the Technical-Productive Scholarship implemented through the National Program for Scholarships and Educational Loans (Pronabec).
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Peru's central government has transferred over S/.5 million (over US$1.6 million) to Kimbiri's Municipality for the construction of new educational infrastructure in this district part of La Convenci�n province (region Cusco), located in the surroundings of VRAEM (Valley formed by the Apurimac, Ene and Mantaro Rivers).
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 A helicopter of the VRAEM Special Command intercepted a Bolivian light aircraft, flying over the population center Boca Mantaro, in San Mart�n de Pangoa district, Satipo, Junin.
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The Ministry of Agriculture wants to convert coca fields into alternate crops but experts find it more challenging than the government entity, according to El Comercio.
Minister of Agriculture, Juan Manuel Benites, wants to have 2,000 hectares of coca leaves converted into alternative crops within three months. Last year not one single hectare of coca in the VRAEM was converted, Benites told El Comercio.
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Sixteen months before the end of his administration, Peruvian President Ollanta Humala reaffirmed the government is still focused on growth and social inclusion to reduce inequalities across the country.
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 Peru's Cooperation Fund for Social Development (Foncodes), through Haku Wi�ay-Noa Jayatai, will allocate S/.116 million (US$37.4 million) this year to finance 312 capacity development projects and benefit 31,211 homes of 23 territorial units living under conditions of poverty or extreme poverty.
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 First Lady, Nadine Heredia, saluted today the UN World Food Program's recognition of the National School Food Program Qali Warma which is promoted by the Ministry of Development and Social Inclusion (Midis).
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The second meeting for dialogue between the government and political forces was held in the presence of President Ollanta Humala and politicians from different parties seeking to analyze the political and electoral reform.
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 President Ollanta Humala, reaffirmed on Monday Peru's willingness to help Venezuela recover social peace through "dialogue and consensus" between the government and the opposition, while respecting the principle of non-intervention in internal affairs of other States.
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 Peru's President Ollanta Humala affirmed today Peru will "maintain a firm position" in regard to the espionage case, in favor of Chile, which involves three non-commissioned naval officers.
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These recipes are simple, quick to assemble and a great excuse to socialize with friends and family, or just to enjoy on a quiet afternoon. Whether you're looking for a post-workout snack or a poolside treat, paletas are perfect for everyone. |
No matter how much you think you may know about the Inca citadel, it's always wise to listen to an expert. |
 Peru's Promotion and Export Tourism Board (Promperu) will work with German operators to strengthen ties in the travel industry.
ITB Berlin will host Peru, among others, in a travel trade show that acts as a business platform for the tourism industry world-wide. The event will bring tourism associations, media representatives, tourism professionals, among others.
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LAN Peru, an affiliate of LATAM Airlines Group, will be the first airline to offer daily nonstop flights between Lima, Peru and Orlando International Airport starting on June 20, 2015, subject to government approvals. The airline expects to transport more than 80,000 passengers each year from South America via Lima to Orlando, a family tourist destination known for its amusement parks and other attractions.
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The Peruvian Soccer Federation (FPF) officially introduced Argentinean Ricardo Gareca as the new head coach of the Peruvian team until the end of Qualifiers for FIFA World Cup Russia 2018. |
 A callow 15-year-old he may be, but Fernando Pacheco has already won something beyond the reach of illustrious fellow Peruvians such as Jefferson Farfan, Paolo Guerrero and Claudio Pizarro: an international title for his country. The kid they call La Foca (The Seal) top scored for Peru when they won gold at the Men's Youth Olympic Football Tournament Nanjing 2014, a notable high point for a country now unaccustomed to success on the big stage.
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 The Peruvian Sports Institute (IPD), through the National Directorate of Recreation and Promotion of Sports, conducted the first "Buscando Talentos" ("Searching for Talent") event.
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 A WhatsApp user sent El Comercio photos of a spontaneous human chain that formed on Arica beach and successfully saved the lives of four swimmers on Sunday. Alejandro Espinoza sent El Comercio via WhatsApp, photos of a heroic act on the beach of Arica that saved four drowning swimmers from death.
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 An expectant Peruvian woman who faced a bumpy road to get health coverage in Ontario during her first pregnancy now says bureaucratic bungling between the federal and Quebec governments has left her without coverage again. Rosa Callalli moved from Ottawa to Gatineau two years ago with her husband and young child and has been working and paying health premiums in Quebec. Callalli is now four-months pregnant with her second child. Callalli had health care coverage in Ontario but said she has repeatedly been denied coverage in Quebec.
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