President Martin Vizcarra on Monday morning opened this year's Civic-Military Parade in Lima, which is part of Peru's 198th Independence anniversary.
This annual event —held every July 29th— features detachments representing the Inca country's military and civil institutions, as well as the National Police.
The ceremony sees the presence of State ministers, congress members, high-ranking military officers, religious authorities, diplomats, and the First Family led by the President's wife Maribel Diaz.
Prime Minister Salvador del Solar and Cabinet members —including Ministers Jorge Moscoso (Defense) and Carlos Moran (Interior)— join the Head of State during the ceremony.
Following a brief welcoming ceremony, attendees got together to sing the national anthem.
A very special parade has been prepared by a cultural and folkloric group of the Culture Ministry to introduce the Civic-Military Parade.
Held as part of Independence Day festivities, the parade pays tribute to Peruvian Armed Forces for their contribution to the country.
It is also an opportunity to inspire patriotism and love of country.
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Published: 7/29/2019