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Arce, who will hold a rally of his supporters next week, has questioned the legitimacy of last week’s gathering, raising the prospect of legal challenges. The social movements…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB282518
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Each seeks the recognition of the electoral authorities, which have hitherto refused to choose sides. However, a legal ruling by the constitutional tribunal is pushing the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286870
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As well as exposure to the El Nino phenomenon, Peru is one of the Latin American countries most susceptible to climate change. Erratic rainfall patterns threaten agriculture…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283373
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Former President Juan Manuel Santos (2010-18) in 2011 introduced the ‘Victims' Law’ to transfer ownership of 6.5 million hectares of land to victims of Colombia’s armed conflict…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB288266
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The organisations argue that the killings constitute crimes against humanity. The case again highlights Peru’s poor human rights record, as does congressional approval last week…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB288145
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The government proposes banning new contracts for thermal coal exploitation, shortening timeframes for mining exploration and introducing new environmental regulations that could…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285869
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The changes respond to pressures to facilitate the development of agriculture in the region. The pace of deforestation has been rapid in recent years to the detriment of…