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August
21
2008

Peruvian Tribes End Land Protests

After a week of protests by indigenous Amazonian tribes who held up main roads, a hydroelectric dam, and oil and gas installations throughout the country by bow, arrow, and spear, the Peruvian government has decided to repeal the laws that posed a threat to the Amazon. The laws would have made it easier for oil companies to purchase Amazonian territory where many tribes remain distrustful as a result of the contamination caused by previous oil companies.

August
20
2008

Global Warming Pushes Peru to Pick Coffee Earlier

The Peruvian Coffee industry has always had a competitive advantage over its international competitors with two prime harvest seasons in April and October. However, the industry has begun to experience the effects of global warming as growers are forced to pick the plant early this year. As the country's tropical glaciers rapidly melt away, concerns are being raised over the fate of the precious Peruvian plant.

August
19
2008

Amazon Protests 'Put Security at Risk'

The Peruvian Government has taken steps to end week-long protests in regions of the Amazon by giving local authorities the power to deploy troops and banning public gatherings. A state of emergency was declared after indigenous protestors occupied oil and gas stations and blocked roads and railroads in retaliation to a land sale law that will purportedly make it easier for large energy firms to gain access to community lands believed to be rich in oil and gas.

August
18
2008

Earthquake Reconstruction Will Improve

Housing Minister Enrique Cornejo has ensured that the second year of reconstruction work following the August 2007 earthquake in Ica will advance far more smoothly than the first. The announcement follows demonstrations that were held over the weekend - marking the anniversary of the quake - that challenged the competency of the government to give adequate relief to the stricken areas.

August
14
2008

Scientists Call for 'Outright Protection' of Uncontacted Tribes' Land

A peer-reviewed journal written by five scientists has recently been released warning of the dangers caused by the search for oil and gas to indigenous people of Peru as well as to the environment (which consists of 72% of the entire Peruvian rainforest). The scientists are requesting protection for these areas along with the uncontacted tribes inhabiting there.

August
13
2008

Mobile Phone Lines Reach Record-Breaking Levels in Peru

The Peruvian National Chamber of Commerce recently reported a significant rise in cell phone usage. Currently there are over 60 lines per 100 people. While the areas of Lima and Callao reported a higher concentration, the report showed surprisingly high penetration levels in smaller and less wealth provinces such as Moquegua (79/100), Madre de Dios (53/100), Lambayeque (61/100) and Ica (70/100).

August
11
2008

Japanese-Peruvians Seek Redress for WWII Imprisonment

After the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1942, the United States of America launched a full war against Japan, which included the imprisonment of Japanese and Japanese-Americans in U.S. territory. Yet their actions went further, reaching Peru and the families of Japanese immigrants. Today, these families that were taken away from their homes seek redress from the US government.

August
11
2008

Tourism in Peru is up by 12 Percent

The National Chamber of Tourism has announced a record 12% increase in tourism for 2008. Cultural tourism is still the main attraction; eco and adventure tourism, as well as gastronomical tourism, are also on the rise.

August
06
2008

Impressive Waterfall Found in Amazonas Region

On Tuesday, regional explorer, Obed Cabanillas Silva, announced a newly discovered waterfall in Peru's Amazonas region. The impressive cascade is said to take Gocta's position as highest waterfall in the country. The Gocta waterfall, reaching 2,529 feet, is located in the northern region of Peru, in Chachapoyas. Apparently, locals hid the fall's existence in fear of the destruction that would be caused by an influx of tourists.

August
06
2008

Peru Government Claims Earthquake Cleanup 40 Percent Complete

Almost one year after the August 15, 2007 magnitude-8 earthquake, reconstruction of the devastated areas is only 40% complete. Most of the rubble has been removed and many victims now have running water and electricity. However, citizens of Pisco, Ica, Chincha and Cañete are not happy with the progress and have planned a protest for August 15.