Peru Labour Policy

Key Facts

—The pledge. President Keiko Fujimori announced a 15% rise in the minimum monthly wage, from 1,130 soles to 1,300 soles (approx.

USD 335–350).

—The date. The pledge came during her first Mensaje a la Nación on 28 July 2026, the day she was sworn in for the 2026–2031 term, and follows a previous minimum-wage increase to 1,130 soles announced by former President Dina Boluarte in December 2024.