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Peru's FA Min: We will continue to support Venezuela's people in recovering democracy

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Council of Ministers of Peru

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Council of Ministers of Peru

01:09 | Lima, Sep. 5.

New Foreign Affairs Minister Elmer Schialer stated that Peru has not changed its stance regarding the crisis existing in Venezuela.

Within this framework, the government official reaffirmed that our country will continue to support the Venezuelan people in the recovery of their democracy.

Similarly, the Cabinet member reiterated that Peru maintains a firm stance regarding the defense of democracy in Venezuela.

Likewise, he underlined that it will continue to demand respect for the will of the Venezuelan people as expressed at the polls.

"We will continue to support the Venezuelan people, as well as their struggle for freedom and democracy. There is no change," he told reporters during a press conference held following the Council of Ministers session on Wednesday.

In this regard, Minister Schialer indicated that, at the instruction of President Dina Boluarte, the demand for full respect for the human rights of all Venezuelan citizens will continue.

APEC

Regarding the organization of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, he stated that Peru has extensive experience in organizing such international events, which is why he assured that it will be a complete success.

"The Foreign Affairs Ministry and other State sectors have organized strongly to ensure the success of this APEC (forum). This is not the first time that Peru has hosted such event. Meetings have already been held in Arequipa, Trujillo, and Lima," he underlined.

The diplomat said it is estimated that 7,000 delegates attended over 200 meetings, thus exceeding the original planning, which was managed in the most efficient manner.

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Published: 9/5/2024