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Peru President urges debate on generic medicines bill

14:23 | Lima, Jun. 20.

President Martin Vizcarra on Thursday urged Congress to urgently debate the bill —submitted by the Executive Branch— aimed at guaranteeing the availability of generic medications in pharmacies nationwide.

"I ask Parliament to give it (the bill) the corresponding process through the Permanent Commission, so it can be passed and enacted soon, which will benefit Peruvians' economy and health," the Head of State expressed.

In this sense, he indicated the bill ensures a minimum stock of generic medications at all pharmacies in order to protect the citizens' health.

Likewise, the top official informed the proposal —sent to Congress Chairman Daniel Salaverry— is well supported.

Remarks were made after signing a decree aimed at transferring supplementary budget to the regional and local governments for health and education projects.

President Vizcarra was joined by Ministers Zulema Tomas (Health) and Carlos Oliva (Economy and Finance) on the occasion.

The event took place at Lima-based Government Palace.

AHORA
Hoy se firma el Decreto Supremo que autoriza el crédito suplementario destinado a la ejecución de establecimientos de salud y colegios en todo el país. Sigue la transmisión aquí: https://t.co/hwfRzMHrdL pic.twitter.com/DsR6XT3qzj
— Presidencia Perú (@presidenciaperu) 20 de junio de 2019

Presidente @MartinVizcarraC: Esta semana, nuestro país dio un paso histórico en favor de la salud al entrar en vigencia el Manual de Advertencias Publicitarias (octógonos). Por primera vez, los peruanos pueden adquirir productos alimenticios conociendo qué tan saludables son. pic.twitter.com/FBwwGc3TLI
— Presidencia Perú (@presidenciaperu) 20 de junio de 2019