The protest, organized by a youth collective called "Generation Z", is part of growing social unrest in Peru against organized crime, corruption in public office, and a recent pension reform.

Axar.az informs, citing Radio France Internationale, around 500 people gathered in the city center, under heavy police presence.

The clashes broke out as demonstrators tried to approach executive and congressional buildings in Lima.

The radio station Exitosa said that its reporter and a cameraman were hit by pellets, commonly fired by law enforcement.

Police said at least three officers were wounded.

This week, the legislature passed a law requiring young adults to join a private pension fund, despite many facing a precarious working environment.