President Martin Vizcarra on Thursday affirmed the
According to the Head of State, the officials showed enthusiasm, commitment, and willingness during the first cabinet meeting.
Congress
On the other hand, the top official urged Congress to urgently approve the initiatives submitted by the Executive Branch with the purpose of
reforming the justice system.
"(…) Only one has been passed, six are still in process," the statesman added.
Odebrecht
As is known, the Brazilian construction giant admitted to having paid millions in bribes to government officials in Peru, in order to secure public-works contracts.
As a result,
Odebrecht benefited from over US$143 million between 2005 and 2014 in Peru, according to the U.S. Justice Department.