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Peru Extends Pataz State of Emergency for 60 Days as Military Retains Control

The renewed measure, effective Feb. 5, targets criminal networks tied to illegal mining by keeping internal-order control with the Armed Forces under a unified command.

Overview

  • Supreme Decree No. 016-2026-PCM, published Jan. 30 in El Peruano, formalizes a 60-day extension taking effect Feb. 5.
  • The scope covers Pataz province and the population center of Chagualito in Sánchez Carrión.
  • The Armed Forces hold internal-order control with National Police support under the Pataz Unified Command, operating under international human rights and use-of-force standards.
  • A nightly curfew remains in the district of Pataz from 22:00 to 05:00 with exceptions for essential services and urgent medical needs including pharmacy access.
  • Operational results must be reported to the Defense Ministry with a final report to the Presidency and Congress, and the decree bears the signatures of President José Jerí and key ministers.