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Peru President: Government willing to dialogue with all political parties

11:59 | Lima, Feb. 2.

The President of the Republic, Martin Vizcarra, on Sunday affirmed that the recent extraordinary parliamentary elections —held on January 26— marked the beginning of a new stage in the country, since their results show the commitment of Peruvian citizens to dialogue.

"Peruvians, with their vote, have bet on dialogue and understanding and have rejected confrontation. Fulfilling that will, we will, starting tomorrow Monday, begin a round of meetings with the new Congress parties. Our will is to dialogue with all political forces regardless of ideological differences," he expressed.

In this sense, the Head of State indicated that —between Monday and Wednesday— the Executive Branch will meet with eight of the nine parties that passed the 5% threshold and —consequently— will have representation in the new Parliament.

"We are at a crucial time to complete the political and judicial reforms," he stated.

Likewise, the top official said Peru has the challenge of reaching the Bicentennial (2021) with a strengthened, more representative, and legitimate democracy.

"That is the greatest legacy this Congress can leave to Peru, despite its short period of functioning," he remarked.

The statesman also noted that his administration has a broad agenda of priorities which include: boosting economic growth, job creation, education, health, and public security.

In this regard, Mr. Vizcarra said he is confident that the Executive Branch's proposals will match those of the new Congress' political forces.

Remarks were made during the ceremony to commemorate 100th anniversary of creation of Lima's district of La Victoria.

As is known, the Executive Branch constitutionally dissolved Congress on September 30 and called for parliamentary elections.

The new 130 legislators will serve the remaining period of the 2016-2021 legislative tenure, following the dissolution of Congress.

Presidente @MartinVizcarraC: Iniciaremos una ronda de reuniones de diálogo con todas las fuerzas políticas, al margen de las diferencias ideológicas. Tenemos el desafío de llegar al Bicentenario con una democracia fortalecida, más representativa y legítima. pic.twitter.com/LoJTNV7DhP
— Presidencia Perú (@presidenciaperu) February 2, 2020

Presidente @MartinVizcarraC: Además, hemos publicado un Decreto de Urgencia con medidas extraordinarias para mejorar el acceso a financiamiento y créditos a las micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas, con el fin de apoyar su crecimiento, productividad y la formalización. pic.twitter.com/qNiXJszyrb
— Presidencia Perú (@presidenciaperu) February 2, 2020

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Published: 2/2/2020

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