The
Vice-President of the Republic and
Development-Social Inclusion Minister Dina Boluarte on Wednesday stressed the need to prioritize dialogue and call on the population to keep calm, following the various demonstrations that have taken place in the recent days.
"I believe that Peruvians must show political maturity, and this is where political leaders must demonstrate this. Enough of the arrogance," Boluarte said in statements to the press upon her arrival at the Government Palace.
"There are demonstrations across the country, in Lima and in provinces. We also know that some people may have infiltrated the demonstrations to commit criminal acts, who must be differentiated […]," she pointed out.
"Damaging private or public property undermines the right to protest," the government official stated.
According to the minister, the National Police of Peru (PNP) has been told to contain the protests but without affecting the health and integrity of the population.
Moreover, she affirmed the police are prepared to quell any outrage, but they require more reinforcements.
"We will take the appropriate measures immediately to protect the lives of police officers and citizens," Boluarte remarked.
The high-ranking official noted that the Government is already working on measures in favor of the population so as to face the rise in prices, such as the increase in cash benefits that are provided through social programs, the Selective Consumption Tax (ISC) exemption, and the prompt approval of the General Sales Tax (IGV) exemption on essential goods.
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Published: 4/6/2022