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Forsyth assumed that responsibility in his capacity as Permanent Representative of the South American country to the hemispheric institution.
"It is Peru's turn to take up the challenge, preside over the Permanent Council and meanwhile become Chair of OAS' highest body; this is an honor, it has nothing to do with me, I take it as a tribute to Peru," he pointed out.
"I hope Peru will be up to the challenge, as it always has been," he told Exitosa radio station.
Forsyth also indicated there is the possibility of President Castillo participating in OAS' General Assembly in New York this September. Yet he said that it is up to the Government to make the best decision.
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