Peru's Gen Z Protests Against President Boluarte Over Pension Issues and Corruption
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 27 2025
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Source: Reuters
Protests Against President Boluarte: Peru's youth are organizing protests against President Dina Boluarte, sparked by pension reforms and ongoing dissatisfaction with her administration, which has seen a significant decline in approval ratings amid corruption scandals and economic issues.
Symbolism and Global Context: The protests feature a symbol from the manga "One Piece," representing the fight against corruption and tyranny, and reflect a broader trend of youth-led demonstrations worldwide, highlighting a growing discontent with democratic backsliding and authoritarianism.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
