He Congress of the Republic approved the Dina Boluarte’s request for United States soldiers to enter Peru con weapons of war with motifs of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum (APEC) which will take place in mid-November. In accordance with the Legislative Resolution, the permanence of the US Armed Forces It will be from November 4 to the 24th of the same month; that is, for 21 days.
Various congressmen were against this entry authorization given by Parliament due to a possible fight between citizens who will protest during APEC. They argued that this proposal would be unnecessary because the Armed Forces and the National Police could fulfill the function that foreign troops come to perform.
The mission of the troops will be to provide logistical, administrative and security support before, during and after the development of APEC activities. In total, the movement of 600 troops has been authorized, who will be equipped with weapons of war and various communication and support equipment. Army, Air Force and Marine Corps will be the North American bodies present.
Among the authorized equipment, two B-747-200B aircraft, four Blackhawk helicopters, and weapons such as rifles, pistols and advanced surveillance systems stand out. In addition, staff will have medical evacuation vehicles and communication equipment to coordinate security actions at the summit venues.
One of the highlights of the request is that the entry of the troops and their equipment will not imply any additional expenses for the Peruvian State, since all costs will be covered by the United States Department of Defense. The cost-benefit analysis of the resolution indicates that the presence of North American military personnel will contribute to security capabilities and allow better coordination during the event.
Prime Minister Gustavo Adrianzén “begs” protesters not to hold marches on November 14, 15 and 16
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum will take place on November 14, 15 and 16, bringing together the leaders of the world’s most important economies, including Australia, Canada, United States and China.
Gustavo Adrianzén He noted that during these days Peru will be in the “showcase” worldwide, which requires projecting the best image of the country. This, as indicated, implies minimizing or concealing the internal problems that Dina Boluarte’s administration has generated.
“It would be very unfortunate if those days when we receive the 21 most powerful economies in the world give a spectacle of conflict. Please, I invoke in the most fraternal way, the protesters, so that during those three days, “Refrain from marches and protests, so that our visitors can feel safe and comfortable in our country,” Adrianzén asked.
