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Peru: President inaugurates Good Growth meeting

12:41 | Lima, May. 13.

Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra on Monday inaugurated the Good Growth meeting, which takes place in Lima on May 13-17.

Over 300 national and international leaders —including politicians, managers of multinational companies, as well as representatives of local producers and communities— attend the event in order to discuss growth opportunities through deforestation-free commodities. 

During his speech, the Head of State stressed the importance of undertaking measures to face environmental pollution and warning about the dangers of illegal mining, crops, and logging, etc. 

In this sense, he indicated a strategic alliance that includes all citizens is necessary to repair the damages made to nature

Likewise, the top official affirmed it is a priority subject for his administration, which will work until the last day in office to adopt adequate decisions and raise collective awareness. 


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Published: 5/13/2019