Peru’s President, Dina Boluarte, marked the country’s 203 years of independence with an anniversary address that left many citizens feeling disillusioned and frustrated. Despite the celebratory nature of the occasion, many people living in poverty in Peru felt that there was nothing to celebrate.
In her State of the Nation address, President Boluarte failed to address the pressing issues facing the most vulnerable populations in Peru, including rampant poverty and inequality. Instead, her speech focused on vague promises of economic growth and development, without offering concrete solutions to the deep-rooted problems that have plagued the country for years.
Many Peruvians living in poverty expressed their disappointment and anger at the lack of meaningful change and progress in their daily lives. They feel neglected and ignored by the government, which has failed to address their basic needs and improve their living conditions.
As the country commemorates its independence, it is clear that there is still much work to be done to ensure that all Peruvians have access to basic necessities and opportunities for a better future. President Boluarte’s anniversary address may have been a time for celebration for some, but for those living in poverty, there is nothing to celebrate until real change is brought about.
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Video “Peru president’s anniversary address: People in poverty say there’s nothing to celebrate” was uploaded on 07/27/2024 to Youtube Channel Al Jazeera English