With a single law, the Peruvian government last month launched an unprecedented attack on independent journalism outlets and many non-profit organisations that receive foreign funding.
Law 32.301, approved by Congress and signed by president Dina Boluarte on 15 April, makes it impossible for individuals or communities who have been victims of state crimes or have otherwise had their rights violated to seek justice if their legal assistance is financed by foreign foundations or Peruvian civil associations that receive such funds.
The law also establishes the principle of prior censorship, requiring any publications that receive money from overseas to have their work pre-approved by a state agency. This is banned in Peru’s constitution.
