Boluarte calls for unity and highlights the role of Congress in defending democracy.

In a strong message to the nation on the occasion of the National Holidays, President Dina Boluarte emphasized the importance of the Congress of the Republic in defending constitutional order, especially following the tumultuous events surrounding the attempted coup by her predecessor, Pedro Castillo, in December 2022. The president addressed the Peruvians from the Government Palace, stressing the decisive role that democratic institutions played in preserving democracy. Boluarte emphasized that at a critical moment, democratic forces, including Congress, stood firm and united to face what she described as an attack on democracy. "I must acknowledge that it has also been democratic institutions, like this Congress of the Republic, that stood up and energetically and patriotically preserved constitutional order," she stated, underscoring the necessary collaboration among the different branches of government to confront challenges of such magnitude. During her speech, the president not only defended the role of Congress but also referred to the complicated landscape she inherited upon taking office. "I inherited a country paralyzed by the responsibility of a government that caused the worst crisis of confidence and the largest capital flight in the last 50 years," she noted, echoing the deep polarization and division that, according to her, had marked the country in recent years. Boluarte highlighted that, under her leadership, the government committed to transforming that crisis into an opportunity for political stability, moving away from the divisions that had caused so much harm. "We committed to recovering our capacity for economic growth," she assured, emphasizing the importance of unlocking projects that had been stalled and completing essential infrastructure works for the country's development. The president also called for unity, reminding that the social and political crisis Peru is experiencing requires the joint effort of all sectors. "The combined work of the three levels of government, public and private institutions, and the citizens of Peru is fundamental to move forward," she expressed, acknowledging that the task is not easy, but that the fruits of the effort have begun to be seen. In a context of growing distrust toward institutions, Boluarte urged Peruvians to maintain faith in the democratic process. "In the face of adversity, we must be resilient and work shoulder to shoulder for the well-being of our nation," she said, suggesting that the recovery of the country is an effort that involves not only leaders but the entire population. In this regard, the president also called for action and commitment from all political actors, as well as civil society, to build a better and more prosperous future. "History has taught us that moments of crisis are also opportunities to be reborn and build a stronger and more united country," she commented. However, behind her optimism, some analysts suggest that the path to economic recovery and political stability could be more complicated than anticipated. Polarization remains a hot topic in the country, and many voices criticize her government's decisions, questioning whether the appropriate measures are truly being taken to restore the people's trust. Despite these challenges, Dina Boluarte concluded her message with a tone of hope, assuring that "after a year and seven months of government, we can see the first results of our work." This is a message that seeks not only to reaffirm her commitment to democracy but also to motivate Peruvians to unite in building a more promising future for the country. Expectations are now focused on the response of various political actors and how events will unfold in the coming months.