The
Presidency of the Republic has renewed its support for the Armed Forces in its frontal fight against narcoterrorism, disaster risk management, and cooperation with the
Peruvian National Police (PNP) in favor of public safety.
In Peru, Armed Forces Day is celebrated on September 24 every year, in recognition of the military personnel of the Army, Navy, and Air Force which, in accordance with Article 165 of the Political Constitution, make up the Peruvian Armed Forces.
Armed Forces Day was established via Supreme Decree No. 003-77-CCFFAA in 1977.
This date of celebration coincides with the consecration of the Virgin of Mercy —Patroness of the Armed Institutes and Grand Patroness of Peru.
In accordance with the Political Constitution, the Armed Forces’ primary purpose is to guarantee the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Republic.
In addition, they assume the control of domestic order during states of emergency, as outlined in Article 137 of the Constitution.
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Published: 9/24/2023