The countries of America this Wednesday expressed their concerns about the situation in Peru and urged to respect democracy following President Pedro Castillo’s attempt to dissolve powers and his subsequent dismissal by the congress.
The leftist president who came to power 16 months ago announced the dissolution of the legislaturedominated by the right a few hours before parliamentarians met to debate his departure.
Demonstrators, supporters of former President Pedro Castillo, celebrate the news of the closure of Congress. Photo: EFE
Congress ignored Castillo’s decision and removed him from office for “moral incompetence” and took the oath of Vice President Dina Boluarte in his place.
In the midst of the events that unfolded in a few hours, the governments of several Latin American countries and the United States called for respect for the institutional framework and for dialogue between the various political actors of the “brother” country.
Here are some reactions:
United States of America
Washington ‘categorically’ rejected any attempt to ‘undermine democracy’ and confirmed that he no longer considers Castillo president of Peruand assured that the Peruvian congressmen had taken “corrective measures” according to democratic rules.
“As far as I know, given the actions of Congress, this is now former President Castillo,” the State Department spokesman told reporters. Price.
“We will categorically oppose any action that violates (…) any constitution, any action that undermines democracy in this country,” he said.
Moments earlier, the Ambassador of the United States PeruLisa Kenna tweeted that Joe Biden’s administration had asked Castillo to “undo” the dissolution of Parliament.
Mexico
The Government of the Mexican Left Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador called for “respect for democracy and human rights”. Peru after the worsening of the political crisis in the Andean country.
“Mexico regrets the recent events in Peru and vowing respect for democracy and human rights for the benefit of this lovely fraternal people,” Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard wrote on Twitter.
The crisis also led to Mexico’s suspension of the Pacific Alliance summit scheduled to be held in Lima Peru he was to receive the presidency of the organization pro tempore from the North American country.
López Obrador was one of Castillo’s most staunch defenders and even claimed to be the victim of an attempted coup.
Press release from the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the political crisis in Peru. Photo: Capture of the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Colombia
The government of Gustav Petrothe first left-wing head of state in Colombia’s history, called for a dialogue “to preserve democracy” with the participation of “all political actors”.
“Colombia condemns any attack on democracy, wherever it comes from, and recalls that democracy requires the recognition of the will of the people, which is expressed in both the presidential and congressional elections,” the statement said of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Brazil
That Brazilian government described Castillo’s decision to dissolve the Peruvian Congress as “inconsistent with that country’s constitutional normative structure.”
“The measures adopted today, December 7, by President Pedro Castillo, which are incompatible with the constitutional normative structure of this country, constitute a violation of the validity of democracy and the rule of law,” the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.
back then, Brazil “expresses its willingness to continue the solid friendship and cooperative ties that bind the two countries and wishes President Dina Boluarte success in her mission as Peruvian head of state,” the text added.
Ecuador
The neighbor Ecuador According to a State Department statement published on Twitter, he expressed his “deep concern” at what happened and called for democracy and respect for the rule of law.
“Ecuador expresses its deep concern about the political situation in the sister country of the Peru. We call on all political actors to uphold the rule of law and democracy and the international community to facilitate the democratic process Peru“.
chili
Chile, borders to the north Perucalled for respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms in the midst of a political crisis, trusting that “it can be resolved through democratic mechanisms and respect for the rule of law”.
The government of Gabriel Boric (left) “reaffirms its commitment to democracy and dialogue as a means to overcome this complex moment,” it said in a statement.
Argentina
The Argentine Executive, led by Alberto Fernandez, expressed his “deep concern” and called for the protection of institutions in the midst of the crisis Peru.
“Argentina regrets and expresses its deep concern at this sister’s political crisis Republic of Peruand calls on all political and social actors to protect democratic institutions, the rule of law and the constitutional order,” the Argentine Foreign Ministry wrote on Twitter.