Journal Peru

A proposed new law restricting NGOs operating in Peru is connected to the way Alan Garcia’s government is handling a complex political inheritance of civil war, human-rights violation, and authoritarian rule, says John Crabtree. A law regulating the work of non-governmental organisations in Peru, now awaiting the signature of President Alan Garcia, has sparked concern [...]

Text and photos by Wolfy Becker Since Alan Garcia survived his first 100 days in office without being assassinated I decided it was time to reflect a little on my first 600 days in Peru without being mugged or kidnapped. Additional inspiration for my retrospect essay came by way of an email I received from [...]