The extensive message to the nation from the President of the Republic, Dina Boluartewas marked by announcements, but few acknowledgements of errors. When referring to the economic issue, the head of state did not recognize that there is a fiscal crisis in the country; on the contrary, he indicated that Peru “maintains a monetary strength” and blamed the difficulties in this matter on the management of its predecessor Pedro Castillo.
“Unlike the difficult situation we experienced last year, today our country maintains monetary and fiscal strength, solid international reserves, inflation that has converged within the target range, presence in global markets, prudent economic management, and governance that is resistant to severe crises,” he said during his speech.
In this sense, the head of state He indicated that Peru opens its doors and welcomes capitals and investment funds from all over the world without distinction, offering all foreign investors a predictable economy, supported by solid macroeconomic fundamentals that guarantee stability and sustainable growth.
At another time, far from recognizing the fiscal crisis, the president He blamed the government of his predecessor Pedro Castillo of inheriting a paralysis of the economy: “The economic paralysis that we found when we came to power, the product of a policy contrary to private investment, is now gradually giving way to a reactivation and an expansive economic cycle, with bureaucratic knots being untied and works being unblocked and being launched throughout the national territory.”
Dina Boluarte fails to fulfill 85% of the promises for 2023
The president of Peru, Dina Boluartehas breached 85% of the promises announced in his message to the nation for Fiestas Patrias in 2023. Of the 254 actions promised, only 25% have been completed, according to the former cabinet advisor to the Ministry of the Interior, Luis Herrera. Among the unfulfilled promises are key initiatives such as the fight against drugs and the construction of two prisons.
Former advisor Luis Herrera said that many of the projects announced by Dina Boluarte, including strengthening the justice system and improvements to health infrastructure, have not advanced significantly. The technical files for several of these works are not yet ready, evidencing a lack of progress on most of the government’s commitments.
Eduardo Salhuana expects a “realistic and objective” message
In his first statements to the press after being elected president of Congressdespite its links to illegal mining, the Apepista Eduardo Salhuana He said he hopes President Dina Boluarte will deliver a message to the nation that is “realistic and objective.”
“I expect a real message[1]list and objective. Let it tell the country how we are progressing[1]“We are looking at public administration, the management of ministries, the use of public resources and also what awaits us in the coming years,” said Salhuana Cavides.
The head of Congress assured that his projects do not promote illegal mining and that they have the support of institutions.
