Author: Ibitinga

The supply, made by the Joint Command of the Armed Forces to support the National Police, included 540 shotguns, 540 pistols, 540 M4 assault rifles, 540 tear gas grenade launchers, among others, as revealed last week by La Republica newspaper. In this regard, journalist Jo-Marie Burt, author of a book on human rights violations in Peru, stated that the arm supply was made by private companies and urged the United States to investigate into such operations. Jo-Marie Burt considered the investigation necessary because international human rights organizations have condemned serious human rights violations and possible extrajudicial executions during the police…

China said Wednesday it has dispatched navy ships in preparation for joint exercises with Russia’s sea forces, in a sign of Beijing’s continuing support for Moscow’s invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The move comes despite the growing economic and humanitarian repercussions of the bloody 16 month-old air, sea and ground assault. China claims to be neutral in the conflict, but has accused the U.S. and its allies of provoking Russia and has maintained robust economic, diplomatic and trade ties with Moscow. The exercise involves more than 10 ships and 30-plus aircraft, according to China’s Xinhua News Agency. The ministry and Xinhua gave no…

The United Kingdom has signed its accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) —the largest free trade agreement in the world. The ceremony was attended by the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Kemi Badenoch, Peruvian Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister Juan Carlos Mathews, as well as representatives of the CPTPP member economies. “With the accession of the United Kingdom, Peru will be provided with better access conditions for goods and services exports, for temporary movement of Peruvian business people, and for e-commerce,” the Peruvian representative remarked. According to the minister, the accumulation of origin will enable Peruvian companies…

Yet another blow has been dealt against Vladimir Putin’s authority as the risk of drone strikes pummelling Russian soil has forced him to cancel a major international air show. In the Ministry of Defence’s regular intelligence update, it announced that the recent drone attacks on Russian targets has raised the security risk. The updated reads: “Russia has cancelled the 2023 iteration of MAKS, its premier international air show. “MAKS – which usually takes place near Moscow – helps Russia to drive up exports for its military and civil aircraft by showcasing its best planes. Putin claims Ukraine losses ‘catastrophic’ “The show has probably…

The President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden, conveyed a message to Peru recognizing the South American country as a force for economic prosperity and leadership in the Andes. Peru is presented as a force for economic prosperity and leadership in the Andes, he said through a formal communication handed over to Peruvian Ambassador to the U.S., Gustavo Meza-Cuadra, last Friday. President Joe Biden praised Peru for ensuring a democratic transfer of power to President Dina Boluarte’s administration. Likewise, he expressed his desire to work with the Peruvian Government so as to strengthen the democratic quality of the South American country. In turn, Ambassador Meza-Cuadra expressed the gratitude…

Following are some of the major events to have occurred on June 14: 1928 – Emmeline Pankhurst, English champion of women’s rights, died. An act establishing voting equality for men and women was passed just after her death. 1936 – The Soviet short-story writer, novelist and dramatist Maxim Gorky died. 1946 – John Logie Baird, the Scottish inventor who pioneered the development of television, died. 1971 – The New York Times began publication of extracts from top-secret Pentagon papers on the Vietnam War. 1994 – Henry Mancini, the American composer of soundtracks for the “Pink Panther” movies, “Days of Wine…

Winger Andy Polo has withdrawn from Peru’s squad for friendlies against South Korea and Japan because of a groin strain, the South American country’s football federation said on Friday. The 28-year-old sustained the injury while playing for Universitario in a 2-0 away defeat to Colombia’s Santa Fe in the Copa Sudamericana on Thursday. The Peruvian Football Federation did not immediately name a replacement for the 28-year-old. Peru will play South Korea in Busan on June 16 and Japan in Suita four days later. The fixtures will provide the last opportunity for Peru manager Juan Reynoso to test his players before…

An Indigenous delegation from Brazil has flown to Peru to join forces with Indigenous organizations there in a desperate bid to stop a Congressional bill known as the “Genocide Bill.” The bill, being pushed by Congressional allies of Peru’s oil and gas industry, would: – Make it possible to revoke the official recognition of any uncontacted tribe’s existence.- Make it possible to revoke already-established Indigenous reserves for uncontacted and recently-contacted tribes (who are collectively known in Peru by the acronym PIACI).- Open the territories of uncontacted tribes to oil and gas drilling, logging and mining.- Block the creation of desperately-needed reserves for uncontacted…

Two Israeli women allegedly have been exploiting the goodwill of Israelis, as they were requesting “help” in emergency financial situations while traveling in South America and disappearing without repaying the borrowed funds. The two women, who went by the names Or and Noga, have reportedly scammed dozens of Israeli backpackers over the past few months, including Chabad houses and local businesses, by borrowing varying amounts of money, both small and large. They claim to be in dire straits, asking for financial aid via wire transfer or in cash, and promising to repay the amount borrowed. However, once they receive the…

The My Peru Story campaign will capture your imagination with a spellbinding short film about four Korean influencers who go on an adventure across the country to discover the most recognizable and stunning scenery of Peru. The influencers’ journey uncovers top scenic places in Peru: the relaxing vibe of Lima with lots of picturesque spots and some of the best restaurants of the world, the reddish sand of Paracas contrasting sharply with brown cliffs and blue oceans, and the massive sand dunes surrounding the desert oasis of Huacachina. Other places include the floating islands of Uros in the highest navigable lake of…