The amendment eliminates the requirement that landowners or companies get state authorization before converting forested land ...

Peru holds the second-largest share of Amazon rainforest after Brazil, with over 70 million hectares—about 60% of Peru's territory, according to nonprofit Rainforest Trust. It’s one of the ...

A legal reversal and unconstitutional amendments Peru holds the second-largest share of Amazon rainforest after Brazil, with over 70 million hectares—about 60% of Peru's territory, according to ...

A controversial amendment to Peru's forestry law is sparking outrage, as it eliminates the need for state authorization before converting forest land, potentially accelerating Amazon deforestation.

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — A recent amendment to Peru’s Forestry and Wildlife Law is drawing fierce backlash from environmental groups and Indigenous groups that warn it could accelerate ...

Advertisement Article continues below this ad Peru holds the second-largest share of Amazon rainforest after Brazil, with over 70 million hectares—about 60% of Peru's territory, according to ...