Environmental Defenders Under Threat: Global Witness reports at least 124 land and environmental defenders were killed in 2025, with Latin America the deadliest region (85% of cases) and Colombia the worst-hit country (39), as violence linked to land disputes, illegal logging, mining and organized crime continues. El Niño Pressure on Peru’s Economy and Environment: Peru’s economy kept growing through July 2026, but the MEF flags Coastal El Niño impacts—fishing down sharply and agriculture hit by lower harvests—highlighting how climate swings can stress food systems and livelihoods. Machu Picchu Research Update: Polish-Peruvian archaeologists report more than 2.5 km of previously unknown pre-Columbian roads near Machu Picchu, plus terraces and platforms, underscoring how rainforest cover still hides major heritage features. Mining Activity in Southern Peru: Precore Gold completed a drone-based magnetic survey at its Arikepay Gold Project in Southern Peru, aiming to map buried structures and refine targets ahead of its first drill campaign. Lithium Pilot Plant in Peru: American Lithium says its Falchani pilot plant is fully installed and operating in Lima, with lab testing showing lithium extraction averaging 88.7%, a step toward scaling up the project’s flowsheet. HIV Prevention Access in Peru: Gilead and PAHO agreed to expedite access to twice-yearly lenacapavir for HIV prevention across PAHO member states, including Peru, using regional revolving funds to close coverage gaps.