The three branches of government work independently and freely in Peru —especially the Judiciary— Uruguayan President Tabare Vazquez affirmed Monday.
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especially the Judiciary, which investigates alleged economic crimes committed by the Peruvian ex-leader," Vazquez expressed.
"Given these strictly legal considerations, the Uruguayan Government, President, and Foreign Affairs Minister agreed not to grant political asylum to Alan Garcia," he added.
Remarks were made during a press conference in Montevideo, Uruguay's capital city.
His statements were seconded by Foreign Affairs Rodolfo Nin Novoa.
On the same day, Garcia entered the Uruguayan Ambassador's residence with the purpose of
requesting asylum.
As is known, Brazilian construction giant and corruption-tainted Odebrecht allegedly paid bribes to secure the Lima Metro Line 1 contract during Garcia's presidency (2006-2011).
On Monday, Uruguayan President Tabare Vazquez informed his administration had rejected the request.
Alan Garcia served as President of Peru between 1985-1990 and 2006-2011.
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