
The Peruvian Town Haunted By a Famous Poet
In a new film, a young man tries to escape Santiago de Chuco—just like the town’s biggest hero once did.

Photo Essay: In Peru, a Daily Grind Against Inflation
In a poor neighborhood on Lima’s outskirts, supply disruptions and rising prices have residents struggling to afford staples.

Peru and Pedro Castillo: An Overview
This article is adapted from AQ’s special report on the Summit of the Americas. Click here for the full list of countries. Castillo’s lack of political experience has shown since his surprise win in 2021’s tight runoff election. By February, the socially conservative former schoolteacher and member of the far-left Perú Libre party had replaced his cabinet four times. There … Read more

What to Make of Peru’s Latest Crisis Under Castillo
Fears of a radical shift by Peru’s president are misplaced, but lack of direction remains a problem.

OECD: Still a Long Road Ahead for Argentina, Brazil and Peru
Economists weigh in on what membership in the “club of rich nations” could mean for their countries.

AQ Podcast: The Mystery of Pedro Castillo, Peru’s President
How to explain the administration’s oddly quiet start – and what to expect in the months ahead.

Pedro Castillo Isn’t Out of Danger
Peru’s president survived Congress’s attempt to impeach him, but only for now.

What’s With All the Imperial Spanish Flags in Peru (and Elsewhere)?
A nationalist turn among Peru’s right-wing parties — and some sectors of the population — points to increasing polarization.

Peru’s Evolving Relationship with China
AQ tracks how the country has managed its ties with Beijing.

AQ Podcast – Colombia: Is Radical Change Inevitable?
Reframing the country’s successes and failures is critical to preserving hard-won gains, says Mauricio Cárdenas.

An Unlikely Gift to Peru’s President
Shining Path leader Abimael Guzmán’s death gives Pedro Castillo an opportunity to condemn the violent left.

Is Pedro Castillo’s Presidency Already Doomed?
With his Cabinet appointments, Peru’s new president may have planted the seeds of his own failure.

AQ Podcast: Pedro Castillo Prepares for Peru’s Presidency
A conversation on the people surrounding Castillo and the rocky landscape he’ll face as president.

The “Shadowy Figure” Behind Peru’s Likely Next President
Puppet master or liability? Everyone has questions about Vladimir Cerrón.

What to Expect from Pedro Castillo
The election of a socialist marks the end of an era for Peru – but the obstacles to implement his changes are as present as before.