08:00 | Cajamarca (Cajamarca region), Feb. 6.
Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra affirmed his administration will support 15 major irrigation projects across the country so as to improve agricultural sector and further stimulate economic growth.
The Head of State guaranteed S/500 million (around US$150 million) for the project —through the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation— in order to initiate the corresponding works.
"We have made a list of the 15 most important irrigation projects all over Peru, which will be launched in this Government term and will be given top priority," he said.
The Commander-in-Chief praised Cajamarca region for its progress in reducing
childhood anemia, thanks to changes in the population's eating habits, which must be an example replicated across the country.
In his speech, the official noted that only S/1 billion (about US$300 million) out of S/1.850 billion (about US$555 million) destined for 2018 works in Cajamarca have been spent; therefore, every effort should be made to improve public spending this year.
Asked about
mayors' salaries in the Inca country, the leader affirmed "there should not be second-class mayors," as they all have the same responsibilities and should have the conditions necessary to develop their fullest potential.
He explained salary improvements should be granted to mayors in remote areas, those whose salary barely reaches S/1,100 (around US$330) —a situation that must change for equity reasons since they earn less than other professionals.
(END) NDP/CVC/RMB
Published: 2/6/2019