Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as the president of Peru, a victory that confirms a broader regional shift in South America toward the conservative political wing. The inauguration took place during the week of July 24-30, 2026.
Beyond the political transition in Peru, other significant developments were reported across Latin America and the Caribbean. In Mexico, authorities announced they will take action to address the growing crisis caused by sargassum. The brown seaweed has quadrupled in the Mexican Caribbean this year, posing a substantial threat to both the local environment and the regional tourism industry.
Meanwhile, political tensions flared in Brazil during a visit by Argentine President Javier Milei. While in Sao Paulo for an event, Milei publicly attacked Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, referring to him as a “thief” and a “delinquent,” among other insults. Milei’s visit to the city was for an event where Brazilian Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, was officially confirmed as the presidential candidate for his father’s party.
This collection of regional reports was curated by chief photographer Eduardo Verdugo, who is based in Mexico City.
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