Peru Senate grants Keiko Fujimori legislative powers for 90 days

Peru Senate Keiko Fujimori legislative powers public security El Niño

The Peruvian Senate has approved a measure granting the Executive branch delegated legislative powers for a period of 90 days. The decision, passed with 35 votes in favor, 18 against, and 6 abstentions, covers 27 specific points focused on two primary areas: public security and the El Niño phenomenon.

In terms of public security, the Executive is authorized to legislate on migratory control, firearm regulation, criminal investigation, and reforms to the national penitentiary system. The measure also includes provisions for the exceptional participation of the Armed Forces in the external security of high-risk prisons and the implementation of supervised release for certain convicts. Additionally, the powers include strengthening the National Intelligence Directorate (DINI) and addressing cybercrime, extortion, and organized crime.

Regarding the El Niño phenomenon, the delegation allows for expedited humanitarian aid delivery, support for agricultural producers, and the simplification of procedures for critical infrastructure projects to mitigate climate-related disasters.

Entities

Carlos Mesía · Chamber of Deputies of Peru · Indeci · Keiko Fujimori · Luis Galarreta · National Civil Defense Institute · National Penitentiary Institute · National Police of Peru · Obras · Peru · Ricardo Belmont · Senate of Peru

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[○ 1 SOURCE] INDECI is authorized to directly execute the delivery of humanitarian aid during the first 15 days of an emergency. guik.pe
[● 10 SOURCES] The delegated powers are valid for a period of 90 days. diariolaopinion.pe · brasilemfolhas.com.br · guik.pe · www.ver.bo · www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · +5 more
[● 6 SOURCES] The executive can legislate on migratory control and firearm use. brasilemfolhas.com.br · guik.pe · www.ventanainformativa.com · www.ver.bo · www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · +1 more
[● 7 SOURCES] The measure passed with 35 votes in favor, 18 against, and 6 abstentions. guik.pe · www.radiotarma.com · www.ventanainformativa.com · www.ver.bo · www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · +1 more
[● 11 SOURCES] The powers cover matters related to public security and the El Niño phenomenon. diariolaopinion.pe · brasilemfolhas.com.br · guik.pe · www.ventanainformativa.com · www.ver.bo · +5 more
[● 6 SOURCES] The Senate added seven points to the original 20 points approved by the Chamber of Deputies. diariolaopinion.pe · www.radiotarma.com · www.ventanainformativa.com · www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · diariovoces.com.pe
[● 9 SOURCES] The Peruvian Senate approved 27 points of delegated legislative power for the Executive. diariolaopinion.pe · guik.pe · www.ventanainformativa.com · radiosantarosa.com.pe · www.radiotarma.com · +3 more
[● 8 SOURCES] The Armed Forces may participate exceptionally in the external security of high-risk prisons. brasilemfolhas.com.br · guik.pe · www.radiotarma.com · www.ventanainformativa.com · www.ver.bo · +3 more
[● 4 SOURCES] The Executive can legislate on migratory control, firearm use, and prison system reform. brasilemfolhas.com.br · guik.pe · www.ver.bo · diariovoces.com.pe