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Peru's President: It is possible to govern well, transparently

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

11:17 | Lima, Jul. 15.

The President of the Republic Francisco Sagasti on Thursday affirmed that —despite the difficulties under which his administration received the country— the nation can be governed well in a transparent manner.


"It is possible to govern well, with equanimity and calm. That is what I am interested in telling the people: it is possible to govern this way," he pointed out.


"We negotiate with all laboratories under the same conditions, trying to achieve what is best for the country," he said, underlining the joint efforts undertaken to achieve this goal.

As the top official mentioned, the management of the pandemic had been previously deemed as a confrontation between the public and private spheres. However, it was proven that joining efforts can lead to making better things.

In his opinion, governing is not sitting around giving orders. "To govern, you need a different style, a participatory leadership recognizing individual contributions," he added.

On the other hand, the Peruvian leader pointed out that his administration leaves a plan for the next government to strengthen and modernize the police during the coming years.

The statesman also remarked that the National Police of Peru has gradually 
regained citizens' trust
 during his time in office.


The National Election Board (JNE) has yet to announce to the winner of the June 6 presidential runoff election.

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Published: 7/15/2021