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KEY ISSUES
Peru is a country of abundant natural resources and rich culture. Despite this, over half of the population of Peru live in poverty. Social discrimination and inequality are widespread. The statistics in the Peru Fact File emphasise widespread problems in health, education, poverty and the economy.
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Human Rights
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Following nearly 15 years of internal war, violations of human rights continue. But in recent years, there have been a number of advances in the area of human rights. However, many innocent people remain in prison and the use of torture is common.
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Economic Rights
Although in recent years Peru's macroeconomy has begun to grow, the country struggles to repay its high mountain of debt. Peru's under- employment and equal income distribution remain amongst the most pronounced in Latin America
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Politics
Alan García was elected president in 2006 on the second round of voting. He managed to defeat Ollanta Humala, a left-of-centre nationalist, who won most votes in the first round, but not enough to win outright.
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Women
As well as over half the population living in poverty, chronic malnutrition is widespread. Inadequate and unequally distributed health services mean that the most vulnerable sectors of the society, women and children are worst affected.
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Extractive Industries
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As it has been for centuries, the Peruvian economy in the 21st century is still based on mining, fishing and agriculture. Mining plays a big role in Peru's economy, it is estimated that mining provides more than half of Peru economy's annual export income.
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Trade
It is claimed that globalisation and the international trade system offer developing countries an opportunity for economic development and poverty eradication. Yet, there is an increasing gap between these claims and global reality. Too frequently the trade system works in the favour of rich, powerful.
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Contact Us
Peru Support Group
Unit F5
89-93 Fonthill Road
London N4 3JH
United Kingdom
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Coordinator
Gaby Drinkwater
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Telephone
+ 44 (0) 207 263 1016
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Email
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Skype
peru.support.group
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