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Peru and FBI establish cooperation to combat transnational crime
The Peruvian National Police (PNP) and the FBI have established a cooperation agreement to combat transnational organized crime. PNP General Commander Óscar Arriola confirmed that the agreement was signed approximately three and a half months ago during the transition government of José María Balcázar. The partnership aims to dismantle foreign criminal gangs operating within Peru, specifically targeting high-impact crimes such as extortion and contract killings.
The U.S. government will provide technology, logistics, specialized training, and high-level professional assistance to support these operations. U.S. Ambassador Bernie Navarro confirmed the arrival of FBI specialists to reinforce the liaison unit with the PNP. While officials emphasize the strategic alliance, President Keiko Fujimori has stated that no formal agreement with the FBI has been signed yet.
Separately, Peru is facing domestic unrest due to rising fuel prices, leading to protests and transport strikes in regions including Ucayali, Loreto, Arequipa, and Tacna. In response, President Fujimori announced a temporary, targeted subsidy of 15% to 20% for diesel, intended for cargo and passenger transporters, including river and mototaxi operators, to be implemented for three months.
Entities
Bernie Navarro · Ejército del Perú · FBI · Federal Bureau of Investigation · Keiko Fujimori · Lima · Ministerio del Interior · Piura · Policía Nacional del Perú · Óscar Arriola
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The cooperation agreement includes the provision of technology, logistics, specialized training, and high-level professional assistance from the U.S. government. deultimominuto.net · www.gatoencerrado.net · canaln.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] U.S. Ambassador Bernie Navarro confirmed the arrival of FBI specialists to reinforce the liaison unit with the PNP. canaln.pe
- [● 4 SOURCES] The cooperation strategies are focused on dismantling foreign criminal gangs operating in Peru. deultimominuto.net · www.gatoencerrado.net · spanish.almanar.com.lb · elmen.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A memorandum of understanding signed on June 5, 2026, formalized a joint investigation group involving the Grecco unit and FBI agents. canaln.pe
- [● 4 SOURCES] The agreement was signed approximately three and a half months ago during the transition government of José María Balcázar. deultimominuto.net · www.gatoencerrado.net · spanish.almanar.com.lb · elmen.pe
- [DISPUTED] President Keiko Fujimori stated that no formal agreement with the FBI has been signed yet. deultimominuto.net · spanish.almanar.com.lb · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [DISPUTED] The PNP and FBI signed an agreement to combat transnational crime. deultimominuto.net · www.gatoencerrado.net · spanish.almanar.com.lb · canaln.pe · www.prensa-latina.cu · +1 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] Peruvian prisons currently hold approximately 5,200 foreign nationals, including 3,800 Venezuelans. spanish.almanar.com.lb · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [● 5 SOURCES] PNP General Commander Óscar Arriola confirmed that FBI specialists have arrived in Peru to reinforce the liaison unit. deultimominuto.net · www.gatoencerrado.net · spanish.almanar.com.lb · canaln.pe · elmen.pe