In the Traffic Light of this Friday, September 4, learn about El Comercio’s stance on the following topics. First, Peruvian agro-exports exceeded US$15 billion in 2025, consolidating formal employment, although they face challenges in innovation and water management. Second, the visit of Pope Leo XIV, from November 11 to 16, would mobilize more than one million tourists and generate up to US$100 million. Finally, the exchange between Humberto Morales and Julio Velarde during the ratification of the BCR president revived the debate about respect for institutionalism.
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🟢 THE GOOD 🟡 NEITHER GOOD NOR BAD 🔴 THE BAD
🟢Agriculture consolidates its economic leadership
Peruvian agro-exports exceeded US$15 billion in 2025, with a growth of 17.3% and 13 consecutive years of expansion. This result confirms that agriculture has become a solid pillar of the national economy, generating formal employment for about 23% of the working population. Diversification into 115 markets and 540 products demonstrates business vision. The challenge now is to sustain innovation and water management to consolidate this growth.
🟢A visit that also boosts the economy
The arrival of Pope Leo XIV in Peru, between November 11 and 16, represents an extraordinary economic opportunity for five regions of the country. With projections of up to US$100 million and the mobilization of more than one million tourists, religious and cultural tourism will receive an unprecedented boost. The inclusion of Cajamarca expands the territorial reach of the benefit. It is a valuable occasion for hotels, restaurants, and transporters to demonstrate organization and good quality of service.
🔴Unacceptable disdain
The tense exchange between Senator Humberto Morales and Julio Velarde during the ratification of the latter as president of the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reveals unacceptable disdain towards a recognized technical management. Questioning decisions is valid in a democracy, but the disdain shown lowers the institutional debate to an unfounded personal attack. The Senate is required to act with dignity, respect the institutionalism of the BCR, and not put partisan interests above the seriousness the country demands.
