Peru’s government announced plans for an ambitious reform package including better health care and a higher minimum wage amid regional protests against market reforms and social injustice that have rocked neighbours Ecuador and Chile.
President Martin Vizcarra dissolved Peru´s opposition-controlled legislature last month amid a long-running standoff with lawmakers over anti-corruption reforms.
The move, although contested in Peru’s courts, was widely supported by Peruvians and opened the door for Vizcarra to push through reforms.
Prime Minister Vicente Zeballos said the government hoped to inject $270 million into the country’s healthcare system to improve the quality of care. It also approved a decree to provide access to generic medications at any pharmacy, and another to guard against anti-trust violations that could impact consumer rights.
Via Reuters
