Peruvian
on Thursday urged lawmakers to set aside differences and contribute to solving one of the most serious crises in recent decades caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
"I stand before you to invite you, motivated by the responsibility of being the bearers of people's trust, to lay down our differences and jointly contribute to solving one of the most serious political, social, environmental, and health crises of recent decades,"
Bellido expressed at the beginning of his speech at Parliament.
Likewise, the high-ranking official ratified the commitment of President Pedro Castillo to develop public policies and measures that allow the beginning of a new stage in the nation's republican life.
The Cabinet Chief stressed that the message bringing the Executive and Legislative Branches together is essentially motivated by the spirit of broadest unity.
Furthermore, the Prime Minister warned that disagreements have led to the fact that —while Peruvians engage in feuds and divisiveness— other brother nations move forward.
Moreover, Bellido emphasized that Peru relies on all resources to become a world power. However, it has not been possible because of the people who have not "put on the country's jersey" and —instead— turned their backs on the people.
"Today, Peru would be a developed country. History shows that at every step (...) For more than 500 years we, Peruvians, have been estranged. There had been no bridges. Besides, how difficult it is to be able to sit down and dialogue," he said.
The Cabinet head began his speech before Congress to request a vote of confidence with a greeting in Quechua and Aymara languages.
In accordance with Article 130 of the Constitution, the Prime Minister must attend Congress —joined by the Cabinet— to present the Government's general policy and the main measures pursued by the Executive Branch.