Former Peruvian Prime Minister, Gustavo Adrianzen, is the new permanent representative in the UN
Adrianzen returns to diplomatic service after resigning as Peruvian Prime Minister two weeks ago despite public critics.
In a press conference held by the Peruvian Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM on Spanish) on Wednesday afternoon, Elmer Schialer,Peruvian Foreign Minister, announced that the designation of the former Prime Minister as Peru's permanent representative to the United Nations (UN) had been unanimously approved.
"This was presented to the Council of Ministers, which gave its unanimous approval. As previously mentioned, Gustavo Adrianzen possesses all the necessary academic qualifications, political and diplomatic experience, as well as the training in multilateral matters required for this role," stated the Minister.
Gustavo Adrianzen returns as a Peru's representative
In the morning, Adrianzen's was included on the Council of Ministers' agenda. Later, the PCM revised the document, leaving only the topic of the reintegration. Adrianzen, who resigned from the Prime Minister charge just two weeks ago, is returning to the diplomatic service as Peru's main representative to the multilateral organization in New York.
During the press conference, Elmer Schialer defended Adrianzen's designation, emphasizing his extensive experience in public administration. "He has held public positions in various governments, which demonstrates his stature as a public official. According to the Foreign Ministry's criteria, he is fully qualified and capable to serve at the UN," he stated.
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte had changed her ministers a lot since she became president in 2022. Photo: Peru Presidency
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