Peru’s Boluarte Pledges to Stay the Course Until Next Vote

In her final state of the nation address, Peru's President Dina Boluarte reaffirmed her commitment to maintaining the country's market-friendly economic policies and addressing the issue of rising crime. Boluarte, who assumed the presidency after the impeachment of former President Pedro Castillo, has pledged to remain in office until the next general election scheduled for April 2024. Despite facing political turmoil and widespread protests, Boluarte vowed to stay the course and continue her administration's economic agenda. She also emphasized the need to tackle the growing problem of crime, which has been a significant concern for Peruvian citizens. Boluarte's speech comes at a time when Peru is grappling with a complex political and social landscape, with the government facing ongoing challenges and resistance from various sectors of society. The upcoming elections in 2024 will be crucial in determining the country's future direction and the potential for a peaceful transition of power.