Behind the Scenes of the International Spanish Language Congress: Political Turmoil and Cultural Agendas in Peru

As Arequipa, Peru, hosts the 10th International Spanish Language Congress (CILE) from October 14 to 17, what should be a celebration of linguistic and cultural heritage unfolds against a backdrop of political upheaval and institutional tension that threatens to undermine both national sovereignty and the integrity of the event. When Culture Becomes a Battleground, Who Wins? The Congress arrives to a country in political flux. The swift removal of former president Dina Boluarte and the ascension of right-wing interim leader José Jerí illustrate the fragility of Peru's democracy. One must ask: Can a culture event truly thrive amid such instability?...