The President On Biguarte has formally requested from Congress Authorization to absent from the country from April 24 to 28 in order to attend the funeral of Pope Francis in the Vatican City. According to the office sent to the president of the Congress, EDUARDO SALHUANAthe president plans to keep the presidential office virtually during his absence. The funeral ceremony is scheduled for the Saturday, April 26 at the Plaza San Pedro, and participating countries have been requested to report whether their delegations will be headed by Heads of state.
A situation marked by citizen insecurity
The news of this trip arises while Peru It crosses a serious wave of crime, which has motivated criticism about the convenience that the president leaves the country at this time. Various political and social sectors have expressed concern, considering that the presence of the president is vital to coordinate strategies against crime and guarantee national security.
Congress and public opinion reactions
The request for Boluarte will be evaluated in a special session called Wednesday by the head of the Congressdespite being a week of parliamentary representation. The final decision has aroused an intense debate, since some legislators argue that the head of state should delegate the representation of the Peru At the funeral to a high level diplomatic mission, while others consider their assistance a sample of international respect.
The symbolic value after the death of Pope Francis
Previously, On Biguarte declared a national duel and signed the book of condolences in the Apostolic Nunciature After the death of the Pontiff, highlighting his legacy of “Love, Justice and Unity”And underlining the honor that would be for Peru to participate in the funeral. In her message to the nation, the president said that the country joins the global mourning by the figure of the first Latin American Pope.
Boluarte’s strategy against criticism
To respond to those who question their possible absence, Boluarte He has assured that he will maintain control of the presidential office and the essential coordination in a virtual way. However, the debate about whether this modality can be sufficient before the emergency context in security that the country lives.
A trip with political repercussions
The application for exit of Boluarte Not only does it imply an international protocol decision, but also a delicate balance between diplomacy and internal management. If concretized, it would mark a precedent on the priority of religious and diplomatic symbolism against governance in times of crisis, a dilemma that continues to generate discussion between authorities and citizens.
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