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President: Peru has been relaunched as reliable partner for tourism and investment

Photo: ANDINA/Alberto Orbegoso

Photo: ANDINA/Alberto Orbegoso

14:49 | Lima, Jun. 9.

The President of the Republic Dina Boluarte on Friday affirmed that the Government has relaunched Peru's image as a reliable partner for tourism and investment purposes.

"Progress has been made on restoring our country's image and prestige in the international arena, contributing to the relaunch of Peru as a reliable partner for tourism, investment, and trade in countries, such as Brazil, Spain, France, among others," Mrs. Boluarte expressed at the presentation of the report on her administration's performance over six months in office.

Likewise, the Head of State underscored that the migratory crisis on the Peru-Chile border has been overcome during the aforementioned period of time.

Furthermore, the top official reminded citizens that the Executive Branch remains committed to working transparently and informing the population about the actions taken from the State's first power.

"We promised to be a transparent government (...) within this framework, we announce the main actions of these last two months, in accordance with our commitment to give account to the Peruvian people every two months," she indicated.

President Boluarte explained that the Government has increased the Glass of Milk program's budget by 27%.

S/1 billion (about US$250 million) has also been allocated for the maintenance and rehabilitation of irrigation canals and drains, as well as for water sowing and harvesting to benefit field producers.

In addition, S/176 million (about US$48 million) has been allocated for public procurements from micro and small enterprises (MSEs). It will serve to purchase police uniforms and face cold spell. Thus, more than 1,500 MSEs in the textile-apparel sector will benefit from this initiative nationwide.

Concerning floods, the impact of Cyclone Yaku and a possible El Niño phenomenon, President Boluarte explained that humanitarian aid goods have been delivered to more than 17,000 victims over recent months. Moreover, 89 tons of food aid and 435 tons of non-food supplies have been distributed.

Lastly, she highlighted the recent approval of the supreme decree declaring a state of emergency in various areas of the country due to imminent danger from river precipitation.


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Publicado: 9/6/2023