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Peru: New Defense Minister sworn in

Phooto: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

Phooto: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

15:34 | Lima, Dec. 5.

The President of the Republic Pedro Castillo on Monday afternoon administered the oath of office to Emilio Gustavo Arturo Sandro Edmundo Bobbio Rosas, who has become Minister of Defense of Peru.

The new sector's head replaces Daniel Barragan in the position.

Barragan Coloma had been sworn in as Minister on September 23, 2022. 

Last Saturday, he submitted his irrevocable resignation from office and thanked President Castillo for the opportunity to serve in said position.

The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Government Palace in Lima.

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Published: 12/5/2022