Peru Introduction 2001

Background: After a dozen years of military rule, Peru returned to democratic leadership in 1980. In recent years, bold reform programs and significant progress in curtailing guerrilla activity and drug trafficking have resulted in solid economic growth.

NOTE: The information regarding Peru on this page is re-published from the 2001 World Fact Book of the United States Central Intelligence Agency. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of Peru Introduction 2001 information contained here. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about Peru Introduction 2001 should be addressed to the CIA.