LIMA, Jan 15 (NNN-ANDINA) — Peruvian President Dina Boluarte apologized to the population for the current situation and demanded responsibility from the leaders who promote protests in Peru.
During an address to the nation, she emphasized that “this President does not want to stay in power,” and explained that her permanence in office seeks to guarantee a democratic transition in the country, towards a new Government and a new Congress.
“I will not resign. I made a commitment to Peru and not to the tiny group that is making the country bleed,” Boluarte expressed, adding “Today we are stronger than ever, with a Ministerial Cabinet willing to stand for the country.”
Similarly, she affirmed that “this is a historic opportunity to have an orderly transition.”
Addressing the leaders who promote protests in Peru, the Head of State called on them to be honest to the population.
Boluarte said the public was not told that she —as President of the Republic— cannot dissolve Congress, without prior certain conditions being met first.
Regarding the claim raised by opposition groups, which demand the release of jailed ex-President Pedro Castillo, the current top official indicated that this is not possible, because “I am neither a judge nor a prosecutor.”
Furthermore, the Head of State pointed out that a Constituent Assembly —another demand raised by her opponents—”cannot be implemented overnight,” and cited the case of Chile as an example.
Moreover, the President lamented the situation that protests and riots have been causing in the lives and economic activities of citizens. “I apologize for this situation,” she expressed.
To the leaders who promote said mobilizations, the Head of State also asked for responsibility and for condemning the acts of violence which are being committed.
“Why don’t they question the seizures of airports, as well as the burning of police stations and shopping centers?” Boluarte asked. “I understand and share your indignation; your indignation,” she said addressing the population.
“The (Peruvian) State has to settle a great debt to the country, and especially to deep Peru,” she acknowledged.
In this sense, the President of the Republic called on Peruvians to reject violence.
Regarding the deaths of civilians and a police agent, she said the respective investigations must be carried out.
As is known, Boluarte officially became President of the Republic on Dec 7, 2022, after ex-President Pedro Castillo was constitutionally impeached and removed from office by Parliament. — NNN-ANDINA
