A recent amendment to Peru's Forestry and Wildlife Law has sparked significant backlash from environmental and Indigenous groups, who argue it could lead to increased deforestation in the Amazon. The amendment removes the requirement for state authorization before converting forested land, which critics say legitimizes illegal deforestation. Supporters claim it will stabilize the agricultural sector. The amendment has faced legal challenges, with the Constitutional Court acknowledging violations of Indigenous rights but still upholding the law. Environmental advocates warn that this could undermine global efforts to curb deforestation.