Peru Enacts Law Restricting NGOs from Pursuing Human Rights Cases

The legislation expands government oversight of non-profits, drawing criticism for undermining access to justice and silencing civil society.

Peru's Congress passed a law prohibiting NGOs from providing legal action, advice, or funding for cases against the government, with penalties reaching $500,000.
The law expands the powers of the Peruvian Agency for International Cooperation (APCI) to scrutinize foreign aid, raising concerns over NGO independence.
Critics, including human rights groups, warn the law will severely limit access to justice for vulnerable communities, especially Indigenous groups reliant on NGO support.
Supporters claim the law enhances transparency, but opponents argue it aims to suppress dissent and shield the government from accountability.
This move follows a series of government actions criticized as authoritarian, with President Dina Boluarte and Congress facing approval ratings below 5%.