Luis Arroyo Becomes Peru’s New Prime Minister

(MENAFN) Luis Arroyo, who briefly served as Peru’s defense minister, was officially sworn in as the country’s prime minister, formally titled president of the Council of Ministers, on Tuesday.

The ceremony took place at the Government Palace and was presided over by Peruvian President Jose Balcazar. Arroyo, who held the defense minister post for just 21 days, steps into the top government position amid ongoing political shifts in the country.

He replaces Denisse Miralles, who resigned earlier in the day, marking another change in Peru’s executive leadership. Arroyo’s appointment is expected to influence the government’s immediate policy direction and signal continuity in addressing national issues, including security and administrative reforms.

Observers note that such rapid turnover in ministerial posts reflects broader challenges within Peru’s political landscape, with the president seeking to stabilize the cabinet while balancing competing priorities and public expectations.

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