on Friday appealed to common sense and citizens' demands for Congress to assess and approve the request for legislative powers to be submitted by the Executive Branch.
During her visit to the city of Tacna, the Head of State noted that Congress has different alternatives for debating and deciding on the Executive Branch's request.
In this regard, the top official expressed optimism that lawmakers will make a favorable decision.
"We know that Congress has many avenues for debating and deciding on what we are requesting, but I appeal to common sense and to citizens' strong demands. (...) I am optimistic," she told the press.
It should be noted that Prime Minister Luis Galarreta reported yesterday that the request for legislative powers includes 66 proposals related to the country's main demands.
The petition will be submitted to Parliament today for assessment and debate in the Chamber of Deputies.
On the other hand, when asked about recent statements by Ombudsman Josue Gutierrez, who said that a potential closure of Congress could increase the President's popularity, the President responded.
"I believe the statement made by the Ombudsman was a slip. I reject a closure of Congress," she expressed.
Likewise, after taking part in activities marking the 97th anniversary of Tacna's reincorporation into Peru, Fujimori highlighted her participation in the ceremonies held this morning.
Regarding Tacna's Hipolito Unanue Hospital, she noted that the facility has been awaiting attention for years.
Moreover, the top official announced that the Health Minister will review the situation tomorrow.
She added that, if the region is unable to carry out the corresponding actions, the Government will declare an emergency and take charge of addressing the situation.
Regarding the ministers' continuity, President Fujimori assured citizens that her Government and Cabinet remain at work.
"We remain firm; there are no resignations," she concluded.