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Peru: President expresses condolences to former First Lady's relatives over her death

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

14:43 | Lima, Dec. 8.

The President of the Republic Pedro Castillo on Wednesday expressed his condolences due to the passing of late Congresswoman and former First Lady Susana Higuchi, which occurred earlier today.

"I express my condolences to the relatives of and people close to the former Congresswoman and former First Lady Susana Higuchi, following her passing. We respect their pain at these moments. Rest in peace," Mr. Castillo expressed via Twitter.

Susana Higuchi died this morning, after struggling with a painful illness.

Politicians from various parties also expressed their condolences once they heard the news.

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Published: 12/8/2021