Repatriation
Regarding the arrival of Peruvians from Venezuela, the minister said he was pleased that they had returned on the same aircraft that had deported three high-risk criminals to that country last Sunday.
"State resources should be used in that way. Public services should benefit Peruvians, and they are welcome. It is a great joy for us to have them back," Espa remarked.
The Cabinet member said authorities still do not have an exact figure for the number of Peruvians affected by the twin earthquakes in Venezuela.
Nonetheless, efforts are underway to contact Peruvians in difficult situations in order to respond swiftly and meet all their needs.
"We are in our first week in government, but we will remain attentive to everything we can do and facilitate the return of Peruvians who wish to come back, facilitate their paperwork, and we will address each case individually," he stated.
Later, upon arriving at Congress to attend an event, the minister expressed confidence that the Executive Branch's request for legislative powers, to be submitted to Parliament, will be approved.
"I am confident that Congress will grant the extraordinary legislative powers the Government will request. I am also confident that those Congress members who have said they will not support the request without even reading the document will reflect and put Peru first," he added.