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The U.S. ambassador to Peru, Michael McKinley, said his government is considering the possibility of increasing economic aid to Peru to combat drug trafficking, which reached 150 million dollars this year; however, debate on the budget for next year is not over.

"We remain committed to continue working with the government of Peru in the fight against drug trafficking. We are expecting an increase, but I cannot make a forecast, because the budget is still under debate," he said in remarks to the press.

Speaking to reporters following a ceremony at the Government Palace, McKinley reiterated the U.S. government's decision to maintain its cooperation with Peru.

"We are expecting an increase, but I cannot make a forecast, because the budget is still under debate. The US government is likely to increase its assistance. We are allocating 150 million dollars this year," said the diplomat.

On the other hand, he preferred not to talk about the request by Peruvian defense minister for the US support in dealing with terrorism.

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Several Peruvian flagship products, including pisco, wine, beer, frozen mango, bottled asparagus, organic bananas, olive oil and avocados, were promoted and sold at the Nissin World Delicatessen supermarket, one of the most prestigious in Japan, located in the town of Azabu, Tokyo's commercial and touristic center.

During the succession of holidays in Japan from October 9th to 12th, they held a promotional campaign of Peruvian products, in order to spread our exportable offers directly among Japanese consumers.

Companies like Corporation Imai, ASC Co. Ltd, Kiwi Corporation, Palta Corporation and Lead Off Japan, presented their products, which were located on a shelf, as well as other preferential spaces in the supermarket.

This is a new modality widely spread in Japan, and similar campaigns are to be launched soon in Tokyo and other major cities in Japan.

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A group of 27 British trekkers has started a fund-raising expedition through the foothills of the Andes, reaching altitudes of nearly 4,200 metres (14,000 feet) over sea level, on their way to Machu Picchu, in Peru.

The expedition, which organization has demanded months, is gathering sponsorship for the St Giles Hospice, in Lichfield, and aims to collect £50,000.00

The trek started on Friday and will last nine days, and for most of these trekkers it's their first time away from family and loved ones.

St Giles spends £6 million every year providing its specialist services and with less than a third of this funded by the Government, relies heavily on donations and fundraising.

More information about the fundraising campaign can be found here.

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The Peruvian nanny Ada Cuadros, who was sentenced to life imprisonment in the U.S. after the death of a 14 months old baby, will reportedly have a new trial, so she hopes to regain her freedom.

"I'd rather wait and be positive,”she said. In 2006, Cuadros was sentenced to life imprisonment by a Collin County jury (Texas) which declared her guilty of the death of little Kyle Lazarchik, which occurred on October 12th, 2005.

At that time, Collin County's prosecutors accused her of severely injuring the child, after doctors at a children's hospital diagnosed him with brain death due to by a heavy blow to the head.

However, the Fifth Texas Board of Appeals detected irregularities in the trial (particularly when the judge Keery Fitzgerald dismissed the testimony of the expert David Gardner) and annulled the conviction.

In an interview with the Peruvian TV program 'Reporte Semanal' (Weekly Report'), Cuadros thanked for the support she has been receiving from their relatives in Chimbote and from Maple Mission, an organization that supports the Peruvians in the US.

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Tulio Ríos, General Coordinator of the Lord of the Miracles Fraternity in Washington (USA) announced that all the Peruvians currently living in Washington will celebrate the "Purple Month" with a procession, a mass and a creole music party

On Saturday 10th, at 18:00 hours, the Peruvian colony will gather at a local restaurant to celebrate this religious activity with a Creole festival, in which artist, musicians, and dancers will participate.

On Sunday 11th, the Fraternity of the Lord of the Miracles from Virginia will organize a procession, according to RadioProgramas del Perú.

A Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 25th, with the attendance of Peruvian residents and representatives from the Peruvian Embassy and the Peruvian Consulate in Washington.

The procession will take place right after the Mass, and it is expected to gather thousands of believers from many other Latin American nationalities.

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The image of the "Lord of Miracles" will be taken in procession through the streets of Rome and Vatican City on October 11th and 18th, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the its Brotherhood in Rome, which was acknowledged by the Pope and has a special place in the diocese.

The image of the Lord of Miracles will depart from its church (located in the Republic Square) and will tour several streets of Rome.

Prior to this, the residents will pay homage to the image with Peruvian music.

The Lord of the Miracles will be taken to Vatican City on Sunday, October 18th, and will be present during the Angelus prayers that Pope Benedict XVI will celebrate at noon; afterwards, a mass will be celebrated at Saint Peter's Church to honor him.

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Peru's National Police (PNP), based on information from the Secret Service of the United States, is warning that during the recent months Peru has become the largest manufacturer of counterfeit dollars in the world.

Scammers are not limited to counterfeit U.S. currency, but also print Chilean, Bolivian and Peruvian banknotes, which are distributed within the country.

Regarding to this, Commander Segundo Guevara Chavez, from the Research of Scam Criminal Investigation (Dirincri), explains that counterfeiters use travelers to take the false money outside the country.

According to the Peruvian Police, each month they seize almost 10 million of counterfeit dollars, just in Lima.

However, it is estimated that this would be a tiny percentage compared to what the criminals can take abroad.

Reportedly, the quality of the illegal merchandise is almost perfect, which complicates the work of the authorities.

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The hospital of Peruvian Air Force in Lima discharged Ecuador's Vice President, Lenin Moreno, one day after he was rushed in due to an urinary tract condition, reported the Ecuador Embassy in Lima.

“Ecuador's Vice President was discharged early in the morning. He is in very good condition now, and his health problem has been successfully overcome,” said María de la Paz Donoso, Business Attaché at the Embassy.

Moreno, who is 55 years old, had a hemorrhage last Wednesday, but the medical staff at Peru's Air Force Hospital was able to stop it.

Moreno is a paraplegic since 1998, and due to his condition he is very prone to suffer from urinary tract infections.

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Juan Karlo Cisneros, a Peruvian-born sound technician that currently works for the famous TV series “Dr. House,” has just been awarded an Emmy prize, under the category “Best Sound in a one-hour TV SitCom or Drama.”

Cisneros, who has worked in the US for the past 20 years, has also worked for Britney Spears and for Ironman, but says he never thought his work would be so highly acknowledged.

According to El Comercio, he didn't think he would win because his competitors were the sound technicians working for “Lost” and “24,” who are his idols, and the ones who taught him all he knows.

Cisneros revealed that thanks to this prize, his contract with Universal Studios has been renewed.

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The Newark Public Library explores the history and cultural traditions of Peru and its people, including those who now call New Jersey home, this September in its yearly tribute and celebration of Hispanic Heritage.

The four‐month salute featuring an exhibit, "A Journey from Ancient Times: Peruvians in New Jersey", which opens at 6 p.m., Thursday, September 17th, with a reception in the Main Library’s Centennial Hall.

"This fall we will share the fascinating history of Peru and pay tribute to the growing number of New Jerseyans who trace their roots to this ancient land," said Library Director Wilma Grey .

The Peruvian Exhibit Organizing Committee is chaired by Daniel Jara, a native of Lima, Peru, who immigrated to Paterson when he was 14. He is currently the Founding President and CEO of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey; he is also President and CEO of the Peruvian American National Roundtable (PANR).

New Jersey has more residents of Peruvian background than any other state, noted Ingrid Betancourt, curator of the exhibit and director of the Library’s Sala Hispanoamericana.

The Newark Public Library is located at 5 Washington Street, Newark. For more information, please call 973‐733‐7772 or click here.

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