Socio-political crisis: what actions did the executive branch develop in response to the protests?

A few days after the three-month anniversary of the start of the current socio-political crisis in our country Executive continues to deploy a series of measures in response to this situation, which today has a tragic balance 60 dead.

It should be noted that on February 5, the Government declared a state of emergency for 60 days in the regions Virgin, Cusco, Puno, Apurimac, Arequipa, Moquegua And tacnain connection with mobilizations. In the case of Puno, where major protests are still ongoing, internal controls have been found to be responsible for Armed Forces (FFAA).

However, these are not the only actions taken by the presidential government. Dina Boluarte. Minister of Justice, Jose Telloin dialogue with RPP Newsdetailed other actions taken by the executive branch in response to protests against Congress and the government.

1. Support for the relatives of the deceased

Last Tuesday through emergency decreeThe government organized “once” the provision of “economic support” to the relatives of those killed and injured in the protests. A few days later, the first list of recipients of the specified economic amount was approved.

In this regard, the Minister of Justice indicated that this measure is part of the “stance of openness and dialogue”, which determines the policy of the government in the face of the protest situation.

“Last Friday I was in ayacucho and we met with the relatives of the deceased. We talked and saw how to improve the assistance mechanisms that we provide as a government, solidarity assistance, which is not of a compensatory nature,” he said.

In this sense, he emphasized that a “permanent work table” for a “common cause” in search of justice is being promoted.

“We have collected first hand together with the victims, in addition to their pain, as well as their irritation, and we have united in the search for justice, and this is the only way to heal our wounds,” he stressed.

“We have developed an agenda for ongoing work that includes solidarity support from the government for these families who are going through a painful situation. And these are not only civilians, but also representatives of the police,” he added.

2. Prosecutor’s investigation

In addition, the Minister of Justice indicated that the State Department would have the full support of the executive branch in its investigations to criminalize the deaths resulting from the protests.

“Investigations are being carried out, they are being public service. They will have all the support they need,” he said.

However, given that the National Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the President boluart and several ministers on these events, the head of Minyus questioned the fact that the public ministry did not respond to the request of the head of state to testify virtually.

“The President demanded that her statement be made virtually, she did not even ask for an extension. Finally, her application was not accepted as she requested (…) It is quite clear to me that President Boluarte is fully prepared to be able to testify, he wants to state. Let it be done virtually,” he added.

3. Visit all places where there is “conflict”

On the other hand, Minister Tello indicated that in the coming days they will continue to visit places where protests are still taking place. At the same time, he stressed that he would continue to work on Fist and that “although some people don’t like the government”, channels of dialogue need to be created to work in favor of “those who need it most”.

“We will go to Fist, to all places where there was a conflict. We need to go to Puno and we are going to Puno. Today, events related to the education sector are being held, aid is being delivered, we are beginning to see our presence, gradually (…) We want to enter into a dialogue, to understand each other. Maybe they don’t like the government, but we should go and work for the most needy people in Puno,” he said.

He also affirmed that “the dialogue agenda is a priority agenda” for the government.

4. Unlock tracks

The head of justice noted that National Police (PNP) And Armed forces they will continue their constitutional activities and work to unblock the roads.

“Our armed forces and police are taking measures to unblock roads and roads. That is why they guarantee internal order and we want people to return to their normal lives, because this greatly affects their daily life and affects poorer families,” he said. said.

5. Early general elections

One of the main items on the agenda of the mobilized citizens is the promotion of general elections. In this regard, Minister Tello noted that the executive branch had already submitted two bills on this matter and that the final decision was in the jurisdiction of Parliament.

“It must be seen in CongressThey have it on their agenda for their next legislature. And that’s the procedure they have to follow in parliament. We must respect the separation of powers (…) It is clear that we do not want to cling to power (…) and we have demonstrated this with two bills. One with the election date of 2023 and the other with the date of 2024 (…) This is something that Congress must decide,” he said.

In this regard, he pointed out that the fact that “they did not decide this issue in the previous legislature does not mean that they will not discuss it again.”

“Moreover, they should discuss it because it is an issue that is under consideration. But this decision Congress and we can’t go any further,” he said.