Internet in Peru

Last class we were discussing the top websites in each country.  I looked at Alexa.com, a web information site that shows that most popular websites by country. 

The country of Peru top websites in order are Facebook, Google, Google Peru, and YouTube.  Other notable websites include ElComercio.pe, the website for the highest selling newspaper in Peru, at number 8 and rpp.com.pe  which is a website for the network of radio stations that give you up to the minute news, sports, and entertainment.

Looking at the website , Paul Mcartney was on the front page probably due to a concert he recently had in Lima.  Maybe the effect of the Internet has caused the media to be more "pop culture" instead of just giving the news.  Maybe one negative effect could be that due to this new adaptation of the media, the people of Peru will be more interested in what their favorite celebrity is doing.  This of course will be provided to them with the around the clock coverage.

The Internet also does some good however.  I think websites like facebook help exporting ideas and cultures and works to keep the world more united even through this social network. 

Peru, Mexico, Chile and Colombia sign agreement

Alan Garcia of Peru, Felipe Calderon of Mexico, Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia and Sebastian Pinera of Chile signed the Declaration of Lima Peruviantimes.com reports.  With the approval of all four presidents, it is clear that they seek a creation for a free trade area for the four countries.

Presidents signing Declaration of Lima

According to state news agency Adina, "the main points of the declaration are to establish a pacific alliance and to promote  regional integration through stronger economical growth, development, and better competitiveness."

This declaration would also call for another meeting in Mexico where the four leaders will discuss the progress of the Lima agreement.  This meeting is set for December