A casualty of the politics surrounding Alejandro Toledo’s first year as president, Pedro Pablo Kuczynski succeeded
in growing Peru’s economy, sealing a deal with the IMF and issuing a historic international bond. But the public failed to embrace his free market ideas.
Category: Peru
Cleaned Up And Moving On
After getting on top of their problem loans, Peru’s banks are ready to boost lending.
Convergence of Powers
Roberto Dañino, the prime minister, promises to straighten out the government’s difficult relations with Congress and improve those with the businesses and financial markets.
Enhancing Flight and Cargo
Jorge Chávez International Airport is improving with investment by its new owners.
Lifting Local Power
Development of Peru’s Camisea natural gas field is finally underway.
Looking for an FDI Revival
The government plans to attract investment through the sale of concessions and assets.
More Than Machu Picchu
Peru needs to encourage tourists to visit places other than the usual Inca attractions.
Promoting Aquaculture
Peru wants to develop fish farming as a complement to the well-established trawling industry.
Ready for Reactivation
Economic growth in Peru is expected to rebound this year and accelerate even more in 2003.
