Deadly Clashes in Peru Spotlight Chaos of Informal Mining—A Warning for America’s Borders

In the southern Peruvian region of Arequipa, a deadly confrontation between police and informal miners has ended with at least one man dead and six others wounded. The incident, occurring on the Panamericana Sur highway near Chala, reveals more than just local unrest; it underscores the far-reaching consequences of weak governance over illegal industries—a cautionary tale that resonates deeply with ongoing American concerns over border security and law enforcement. When Lawlessness Turns Deadly: The True Cost of Ignoring Illegal Economies The confrontation unfolded after police moved to clear blockades erected by miners protesting new registration rules. These miners oppose exclusion...