16:46 | Washington D.C. (U.S.), Mar. 23.
The presidential transition in Peru confirms the South American country is governed according to the principles contained in the Inter-American Democratic Charter, U.S. Department of State affirmed on Friday.
"Peru's adherence to its constitution during this transition reflects its strength as a resilient democracy consistent with the principles articulated in the
Inter-American Democratic Charter," said the spokesperson, Heather Nauert.
In a press release, Nauert said the United States looks forward to working with
President Martin Vizcarra following the constitutional transfer of power.
"We will continue advancing our bilateral relationship based on our shared values of democracy, security, mutually beneficial trade, and respect for
human rights," she stated.
According to the State Department official, the U.S. is pleased to work with Peru at the April
Summit of the Americas in Lima, where the hemisphere's collective commitment to democracy will be reaffirmed.
"As a hemisphere, we believe in representative democracy, including the separation of powers, the exercise of power in accordance with the rule of law, and accountability in governance," she added.
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Published: 3/23/2018