The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Friday that the Government is moving in the right direction in the fight against crime, highlighting the decline in homicides, support for the National Police and the Armed Forces, as well as the measures implemented to regain control of correctional facilities.
"We are on the right track," the Head of State said in remarks to the press in Tumbes region, where she oversaw the Government's response efforts to address El Niño phenomenon.
The top official noted that, when she took office, an average of 7.5 people were losing their lives daily at the hands of criminals across the country—a figure that has since decreased to 6.5.
In this regard, the President highlighted the establishment of the Unified Command, comprising the National Police and the Armed Forces.
Likewise, she highlighted the formation of a High-Level Commission as part of the Executive Branch's strategy to combat criminal organizations.
"There is a Government that supports its National Police and Armed Forces. Today, we are seeing a different attitude, and the indicators show that we are on the right track," Fujimori stated.
"This must be highlighted, along with the work being done to regain control of correctional facilities," she pointed out.
Police reform and strengthening
The President said that, to strengthen efforts to combat insecurity, a reform process for the National Police will be fostered.
To this end, a commission has been established with the participation of the institution's commanding general, Fredy Lopez.
Its main objectives will include addressing potential sources of corruption, strengthening the police force, and promoting its institutional framework.
The Head of State explained that the reform aims to restore public confidence in the National Police, as well as the population's support for and respect for its personnel.
In this regard, the top official recalled that, upon taking office, General Lopez clearly expressed the need to tackle corruption, a position also adopted by the Executive Branch from the beginning of her administration.
Administration assessment
Regarding the review of her administration's first 100 days, President Fujimori highlighted the commitment and dedication of Cabinet members, who—she said—have been working even on weekends to urgently address the country's main demands.
In this regard, the Head of State reaffirmed that the Executive Branch is committed to fostering concrete measures that translate into tangible results and benefits for the population.
"As I said yesterday, what we do is show not speeches, but results," she emphasized.
The top official acknowledged that things can always be done better and progress can be made more quickly.
In this regard, she reaffirmed that the Government continues to prioritize promptly addressing the population's needs and responding effectively to the nation's challenges.
Regarding emergency prevention and response, the President noted that it is impossible to accurately predict the impact of El Niño phenomenon, but assured citizens that they will be able to see the Government's response capabilities.
The Head of State specified that assistance will not be directed solely at regions that could be affected by rainfall, but also at the Andean highlands and Amazonian areas that will face droughts and water shortages next year.
At another point, the top official said she would have liked the Executive Branch to be granted greater legislative powers, although Fujimori clarified that she was not raising this as a complaint, but rather as a reflection on the challenges Peru will have to face.
In this context, the President considered the call for unity essential to facing the difficult times ahead.
When asked about the opinion surveys, the Head of State said they represent a "snapshot of the moment" and reiterated that the Government places particular emphasis on the work of the entire Executive Branch.
The top official highlighted the joint efforts with regional governors and provincial and district mayors, with whom coordination channels have been established to ensure continued cooperation with future authorities.
Support for farmers
Regarding the requests made by farmers in the Corrales area, the President reported that Agrarian Development and Irrigation Minister Marco Vinelli had taken note of their demands.
He is scheduled to meet with them in the coming days to assess the sector's needs.
On her 28th working trip, President Fujimori arrived in Tumbes accompanied by Ministers Luis Dyer (Health), Marco Vinelli (Agrarian Development and Irrigation), and Rafael Belaunde (Defense).