Peru: President Keiko Fujimori welcomes Pope Leo XIV at Air Group No. 8

Thousands of faithful gather in the streets of Lima awaiting the arrival of Pope Leo XIV. The Supreme Pontiff reunites with Peru during this six-day apostolic visit. Photo: ANDINA/Ricardo Cuba

Thousands of faithful gather in the streets of Lima awaiting the arrival of Pope Leo XIV. The Supreme Pontiff reunites with Peru during this six-day apostolic visit. Photo: ANDINA/Ricardo Cuba

18:14 | Lima, Nov. 11.

The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, welcomed Pope Leo XIV, who arrived moments ago at Air Group No. 8, marking his first visit to Peru during his pontificate.

The Peruvian Head of State welcomed the Holy Father, accompanied by Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espá.

On the eve of the visit, the Head of State underscored that the Holy Father will bless the Peruvian people, making this a moment of joy, unity, and reconciliation for Peruvians.

Thousands of Peruvians have already gathered along Lima's main avenues to give Pope Leo XIV a warm welcome.
In the coming minutes, he will begin his apostolic visit to the country.

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Publicado: 11/11/2026