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Vatican Names Luciano Maza Huamán Archbishop of Piura, Transfers Juan Carlos Asqui Pilco to Lead Chuquibamba

The moves consolidate local leadership by elevating a veteran Piura cleric to an archdiocesan post, with Chuquibamba gaining a permanent prelate after an interim administration.

Overview

  • The Holy See Press Office announced the appointments on December 12, 2025.
  • Luciano Maza Huamán, previously vicar general of Piura, was named metropolitan archbishop after decades of service in the archdiocese.
  • Juan Carlos Asqui Pilco was appointed bishop prelate of the Territorial Prelature of Chuquibamba.
  • Asqui Pilco is transferred from the titular see of Arpi and the office of auxiliary of Tacna y Moquegua.
  • Peruvian media described the changes as a renewal intended to strengthen the Church’s pastoral presence in strategic regions.